Nature contains both symmetry and asymmetry. Have your young artists examine symmetry and asymmetry in their own surroundings. After viewing works of art, pupils find trees in their neighborhoods and determine if they are symmetrical or not. They bring in a few leaves from this tree and use them to help build a paper tree that includes symmetrical and asymmetrical leaves.

Concepts

principles of design, design, landscapes, asymmetry

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Additional Tags

landscape, charles forrest, principles of design, symmetry, asymmetry, visual and performing arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Create your own slide show out of the provided images so that class members can view the art in detail

Classroom Considerations

• Explore all of the tabs on the webpage to find the additional materials

Pros

• Combines nature with art in a way that learners will enjoy
• Provides images to examine, a rubric, vocabulary, and an exhibition idea

Cons

• None