Here is a project that I have done for many years with my third graders. I moved up to fourth grade this year and I have a handful of the same students, so I can't do it again until next year! I read the book "The Best Part of Me." The book is written by children who describe their favorite body parts. I have my kids pick their favorite part of their bodies and write a descriptive poem or paragraph. I also read some of my favorites from past students. I don't give any guidelines or a rubric, which they love! I take a black and white photo and zoom in on their part. I put one copy into their portfolio books and I created a large scrapbook for the School Art Auction. I made a photo collage for the title page. I mounted everything on black and white paper. This is one of my all time favorite lessons! I hope you do it with your class.
