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understanding art in context

Understanding Art in Context (A-U2) »
Students experience and develop awareness of a variety of art forms, styles and traditions.

 

Students who have achieved expectations for this level are able to

Kindergarten Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4
demonstrate understanding that the visual arts exist in many different forms (e.g., drawing, painting, sculpture, applied art such as architecture, graphic design)

K-2 A-U2.1

demonstrate understanding that the visual arts exist in many different forms (e.g., sculpture, photography, ceramics) and styles (e.g., realistic, abstract)

3-4 A-U2.1

demonstrate understanding that artworks can be categorized according to common characteristics

K-1 A-U2.2

identify and describe various subject categories in art (e.g., landscapes, portraits, still life)

2-4 A-U2.2

recognize that visual art is an art form, along with dance, drama, literary arts, and music

K-4 A-U2.3