4th Graders are working on Rousseau jungle drawings and foil sculptures

Above is an example of what they are creating.

I did this project with students from East Prairie School last year, and they turned out great! Rousseau never went to a jungle, yet all his artwork revolved around thick rain forests and jungle scenes. I like to emphasize this with students so they are not afraid to be creative. 4th graders are in the process of drawing their made up jungle scenes. Once finished, they will make a lizard or other jungle animal from foil, and attach it to their drawing.