Hidden Safari

 

Students are given a blank sheet of paper. On the paper they draw an animal that they would see on a safari using a light blue colored pencil. There are printed outlines of the animals that the students can use as examples for their drawing. They use the upside-down method to students focus on lines and what they see instead of the animal. Then using warm colors (red, orange, yellow) crayons the students cover the paper with patterns, including the animal. There should be at least 3 different types of patterns covering the page. Then using a red film paper and a piece of construction paper the students make glasses that they can then use to see their blue animal. The red film cancels out the warm colors and students are able to see the cool colors. Next, the students have to write 3 clues for their hidden animal on a notecard. Lastly, the students need to write their name on the bottom of the paper. 

Extension Activity: 

I would use this activity in conjunction with a geography or science lesson. I would have students draw different animals found in specific geographic locations. Another option would be to reverse the color. The animal could be drawn in a warm color and the pattern would be drawn in cool colors.