Residency - Urban Arts Academy - Tamar Ghidalia - 4.00 Hour
This week I got to work with Saul, who was subbing for Anna. We did our usual routine of taking the kids to the park, and then beginning the lesson. We made color wheels out of paper plates that used warm, cool, or complimentary colors. We pierced the plates with dowels in the middle so that when you spin it, you can see the colors blend together. It was a fun and simple activity to do with the kids.
What I’ve noticed with this after school program is that it’s an after school program. I’ve overheard kids complain that they didn’t want this to feel like they’re still in their school lessons (I overheard this from kids in a different section that isn’t my own). So because of that, I want to structure my “lesson” in an activity-like structure. They’ll still learn something from it, but it won’t feel like an extension of their regular classes.