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K–12 Standards

Visual Art: General Art 3-5

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Media, Techniques and Processes

  • 1

    Compare, contrast, and explain the effectiveness of a variety of two- and three-dimensional art tools, techniques, and processes in multiple media.VA.3-5.1

  • 2

    Construct two and three-dimensional art using multiple media to communicate ideas experiences, and stories with aesthetic prompt, multiple solutions, and to communicate ideas, experience, and stories with peer critique.VA.3-5.2

  • 3

    Use materials, tools, and technology in a safe and responsible manner. VA.3-5.3

Elements of Art and Principles of Design

  • 4

    Compare and contrast, analyze, and ask and answer questions about the elements of art and principles of design as they apply to the creation of two and three-dimensional art and the communication of multiple ideas.VA.3-5.4

Subject Matter, Symbols and Ideas

  • 5

    Explore, compare and contrast, and analyze the presence of a subject, symbol or idea that visually communicate a meaning in art. VA.3-5.5

  • 6

    Create art using various subject matter or symbols.VA.3-5.6

Art History and Diversity

  • 7

    Compare and contrast, analyze, and ask and answer questions about how art has existed through time and is affected by its creator, culture, style, and/or time periods.VA.3-5.7

  • 8

    Create art that reflects the style of various cultures from different time periods as well as from current events.VA.3-5.8

Reflection and Analysis

  • 9

    Compare and contrast, analyze, and ask and answer questions about how personal and others' works of art represent feelings, reflect experiences, create meaning, and/or have a function.VA.3-5.9

Multidisciplinary Connections

  • 10

    Explore, compare and contrast, and analyze how ideas, experiences, and stories can be expressed through multiple arts, disciplines, and other subjects.VA.3-5.10

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 3, Grade 4, and Grade 5
Where can I read the official document?
Visual Art - Grades K-2; 3-5;6-8

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