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Help children notice hair, eye, and skin colors. Identify other facial features, too.
2.
If needed, show samples of children's names in upper- and lower-case letters. Write toddlers' names, saying each letter.
3.
Invite children to describe their materials and efforts. Talk about art elements (line, shape, form, color, texture). Note children's skills for future planning.
4.
Look in a mirror. What color is your face? Eyes? Hair? What shapes do you see? Where are the parts of your face located?
5.
Find the Crayola® Multicultural Marker that is closest to your skin color. Write your name and the date on the back of a paper plate.
6.
Pick collage materials to design your face on the plate. Cut yarn or paper with Crayola® Scissors. Attach collage materials with Crayola® School Glue.
7.
Complete your portrait with Crayola® Multicultural Markers, Kid's First™ Washable Markers, and/or Glitter Glue.
8.
Hang your portrait with your group. Which friends can you recognize?