Help me give my students the experience to explore their creativity and embrace the unique medium of gelli plate for printmaking.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Rivera's classroom raised $805
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Incorporating gelli plates for printmaking into the curriculum students can benefit from hands-on experiential learning that caters to different learning styles. The tactile nature of printmaking with gelli plates can help students grasp concepts more effectively and retain information through practical application.
Introducing tools like gelli plates can foster creativity and critical thinking skills among students.
For example, students will work in pairs or small groups to create their own monoprints using Gelli Plates. Students will experiment with different color combinations, textures, and patterns.
Through experimentation with colors, textures, and techniques, students are encouraged to think outside the box, problem-solve, and explore new avenues of artistic expression.
Collaborative projects that involve the use of gelli plates can promote teamwork and communication skills among students. Working together to create prints using gelli plates can encourage peer-to-peer learning, idea-sharing, and constructive feedback, ultimately enhancing the overall learning experience.
The goal for the project is help students develop their artistic skills, foster creativity, and promote interdisciplinary learning, because each student brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the learning environment. Recognizing and celebrating the individual strengths and qualities of students can contribute to a more inclusive and supportive educational setting. Tailoring projects to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities can help students thrive and reach their full potential.
In summary, incorporating gelli plates into educational projects can enrich the learning experience, promote creativity and critical thinking, encourage collaboration, and celebrate the uniqueness of each student.
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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