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Architecture — 2nd grade

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A child's drawing featuring colorful abstract shapes, lines, and a yellow sun in the top right corner, showcasing the artistic creativity of a 2nd grader.A complex wooden block structure with various colorful blocks, set up on a table in a cluttered room.

2nd grade children building a structure with wooden blocks on a table, with hands placing blocks.

A 2nd-grade child's hand drawing on paper with sketches of geometric shapes on a table, exploring early concepts of architecture.

Child's colorful drawing featuring abstract shapes and whimsical objects, surrounded by trees with green tops on a white background, reflects the creativity of a 2nd-grade artist.

A 2nd grade child's drawing of a colorful castle with a red flag on top, the sun in the corner, and two clouds in the sky showcases charming early attempts at architecture.

Colorful abstract drawing with various geometric shapes stacked and scattered on a white background, resembling a playful architecture project by a 2nd-grade student.

A 2nd grade child's drawing of a multi-story building with colorful windows, a door, and a small cross on top showcases their budding interest in architecture.

Frank Lloyd Wright:  The 2nd graders discussed Frank Lloyd Wright’s buildings.  We analyzed how he integrated his buildings with the surrounding nature.  The students worked collaboratively to build intricate buildings out of wooden blocks.  Next, they represented these buildings with a visual drawing and infused them with their own creative elements.


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About Marcia Beckett

Marcia is an elementary art teacher and loves painting, drawing, sculpture, art journaling and clay. Her blog, Art is Basic, features many exciting art projects for kids.

2 Responses to Architecture — 2nd grade

  1. gypsy says:
    May 21, 2011 at 1:11 am

    Oh I love this project! What a fun combination – my favorite architect, building with blocks, and quirky drawings. My daughters will love this.

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  2. Snippety Gibbet says:
    February 16, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    I went searching for a second grade architecture lesson and this is wonderful! Thanks for posting it. jan

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