Footprint

     This footprint project is a great way to introduce students and allows them an opportunity to share with others about themselves, their interests, and the things that are important to them. 
     For this activity, students are asked to trace their foot and then cut out the outline.  The outline of their foot serves as the canvas for this project, though students are certainly able to have areas that go over the edge a bit, if needed.  Students are required to incorporate three different media types into this project.
     My footprint consists of several different components of things that are important to me and my life.  These components are music, family, education, Green Bay Packers, travel, pets, flowers, and an area for a few of my favorite books, movies, and superheroes. 
       

     There are many other ways in which to get to know your students or to have them introduce themselves to the rest of the class.  An extension activity that can be incorporated is the "I Like Art Because..." activity.  First, read "Harold and the Purple Crayon" to the students to get their imaginations going and to give them some new ideas.  The students will then be asked to draw a small 'painting' to put on their easel.  They will also draw themselves, and will be asked to explain WHY they like art, which will be included in their work in a speech bubble.  Students will finish the activity by constructing an easel with popsicle sticks and putting the pieces together.