Torn & Painted Paper Mice
Young artists learn about the role of the arts during difficult times and use tearing, painting, collaging and coloring skills to make their own heartwarming mouse scene!
Story: Frederick, written and illustrated by Leo Lionni
Project: Use tearing, painting, collaging and coloring skills to make a mouse scene
Featured Artwork: Japanese, 1868-1912, Box in the Form of a Rat, from Chinese Animals of the Zodiac series, wood.Gift of Mrs. Virginia W. Kettering, 2019.4.1
Supplies Needed
- Gray or blue/gray, and brown construction paper
- White craft or watercolor paper
- Watercolor paint (no watercolors? Use crayon!)
- Paintbrush
- Container for water
- Elmer’s glue or glue stick
- Black crayon
Optional Supplies
- Scissors
- Crayons
- Black construction paper