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Mixed-A Colorful StoryAfter reading the art and text of “Mixed-A Colorful Story” by Arree Chung (book read here) students explore color mixing. They paint shapes of color on paper and, when dry, add facial expressions using white charcoal pencil and markers. They interpret color as a metaphorical character trait and create characters inspired by the paint colors they mixed. Class discussion and theatre integration are extensions.
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Lesson Videos
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Painting shapes with primary colors
Direct file (not YouTube) Painting with mixed colors
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Does it matter how we mix paint?
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Other Resources
Materials
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Slides
Here are slides which show some pages from the book with the words removed. Use the Reading Art process with these slides. A Little Spot of Feelings
This book could be a companion to Mixed-A Colorful Story. It isn't as character or story-driven as Mixed and there is a "merchandising" aspect to the stuffed toys. However, it does go into more detail about specific emotions (frustration, anxiety, pride, etc) and representing them visually.
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Interview with the author
Arree Chung is a Chinese-American author and illustrator who grew up in Northern California. He started at Pixar before becoming an author.
Music videos featuring colors
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Greeting from lesson designer Jonathan Juravich
Kindergarten example artwork from Mr. J's class