HFI GEN SMART ART & CRAFT GRADE-1

GEN SMART Art and Craft series - a curated collection of graded art and craft books for students of Nursery to Class 5, aligned with National Curriculum Framework - aims to awaken and strengthen the hidden artist in every child. In this series, students will learn: Techniques to comprehend art logically and easily To draw and colour from simple to complex objects (including composition, other drawing elements, human beings and nature) using instructions in a few simple steps To apply various art media, animation, computer graphics and more To use essential printmaking techniques To express their artistic voice using commonly available and affordable materials; and be familiar with innovative, creative and exotic craft techniques with easy-to-understand instructions. A brief introduction to Western and popular Indian traditional and folk arts; and short biographies of selected Western and Indian maestros have been included to broaden students' artistic horizon. The art lessons include grading of students' work by the teacher/supervisor and a dedicated page with instructions on creating a rubric grading. Essential safety measures to be taken during children's activities, especially in elementary classes, have been included.