Making Art with Paper Shapes
Note: This is a fictional classroom interview.
Student: Hello, Ms. Green! What kind of art do you make?
Ms. Green: Hello! I make art with paper shapes.
I use colorful paper to make big pictures.
Student: What tools do you use for your art?
Ms. Green: I use shiny scissors and a glue stick.
I also use thick paper of many bright colors.
Student: How do you make a picture?
Ms. Green: First, I cut out shapes. I cut red circles, blue squares, and yellow triangles.
Next, I move the shapes around on a big white page. I try different spots until it looks nice.
Student: Do you glue the pieces right away?
Ms. Green: No, I do not glue them yet! I wait.
I like to see where each piece fits best first.
Then, I lift each paper shape. I put a little glue on the back and press down.
Student: What shapes do you like to use the most?
Ms. Green: I love circles and long strips.
Circles make great flowers and wheels. Strips make tall trees.
Student: What is your favorite part of this work?
Ms. Green: I love to see simple shapes turn into a new picture.
A square and a triangle can become a house!
Anyone can make paper art. It is fun to try.
- shapes:
- Forms with outlines, like circles, squares, and triangles.
- scissors:
- A tool with two blades used for cutting paper or cloth.
- circles:
- Round shapes that look like rings or wheels.
- strips:
- Long and narrow pieces of paper.
- simple:
- Easy to understand or plain, not fancy.
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“Making Art with Paper Shapes” is a interview / q&a reading passage about paper collage art, written for 1st Grade. It takes about 1 minute to read (220 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.