What Second Grade Students Should Know and Be Able to Do
Take pride in their artistic efforts
Show acceptance of others’ efforts
Demonstrate an ability to share and cooperate with others
Willingly participate in doing, looking at, and discussing works of art
Name the primary colors: red, yellow, blue
Mix the secondary colors: orange, green, violet
Know the difference between vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines
Refine the use of basic geometric shapes in their work
Describe the difference between two-dimensional shapes and three-
dimensional forms
Describe the different visually created textural qualities of an artwork
Depict different spaces in their work: in/out, over/under, empty/full or near/far
Develop an awareness of horizon
Work to fill the entire page
Create images that appear to be balanced
Explain the relationships between the parts in their own work to create unity
Use a variety of colors, lines, shapes, and textures
Identify focus of interest in a composition (emphasis)
Create movement or direction in work through the repetition of lines, shapes,
colors, and textures
Sense beyond purely visual observation
Trust their intuitive perceptions
Use life surroundings and experiences in their work
Become aware of the art around them
Become aware of how works of art were and are produced
Create work that does NOT rely on copying, tracing, or patterns
Use personal experiences to express their ideas and feelings visually
Talk about their own work (both in progress and completed) in guided
questioning situations
Talk about work of others in guided situations
Display fine and gross motor control when using basic drawing, painting, and
collage instruments