Block World Day / Pixel Art on Grid Paper
Pixel Art on Grid Paper
Children colour squares on grid paper to create pixel pictures of animals, objects or characters of their own design.
How to run it
- Hand out grid paper and coloured markers.
- Show a simple pixel picture example.
- Children plan and colour their own picture square by square.
- Display the finished art as a gallery.
You will need
- grid paper
- coloured markers or pencils
Make it easier or harderUse large grids for younger children; older children can follow or write a coordinate code.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Children use pattern and spatial reasoning to express ideas visually.
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