Artist of the Month

Artist of the Month started in my classroom because I wanted the kids to take time and do the best job they could on the projects and activities we were doing in  class.  One of the requirements I started early was to have 5 different colors in the illustration.  Later it was for 5 different details and 5 different colors.  Finally, were the details in the right setting and did it make sense.  I could  have many artists of the month and sometimes I chose one or 2 a week. On the Artist of the Month award sheet I would put a picture of the artist and  I would usually attach the award winning project to the  artist of the month sheet.  I displayed it in the hall outside my classroom door so whoever passed by could see the artists.  I also put a gold medal sticker award on the project.  The kids were so proud.  Often times parents would come in and take a picture of their kiddo and their award.  I did keep track, and made sure everyone in the class was artist of the month.  There is always the kids who did great all the time, but I explained I always wanted to see improvement and effort. This award certainly encouraged pride and encouraged nice work in the classroom.

Here is what the artist of the month pictures look like

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