Art (K5)

Art education covers understanding how things are presented visually, knowing what makes beautiful art and creative problem solving.  In K5, children become aware of art. They begin to create as well as to observe art in the world.

• Knows basic art concepts and vocabulary
• Creates quality artwork that demonstrates creative thinking and problem-solving 
• Connects art with culture, community and history

Wisconsin’s Model Academic Standards for Art and Design include the fine arts such as drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture; the design arts such as architecture, graphic design, product design, urban planning, and media arts; art and society areas such as mass media, popular culture, folk arts, and crafts; as well as visual literacy applications like maps, charts, graphs, diagrams, models, and scientific graphics.