Mix It (Year 1)

Year 1 ArtLegacy project

This project teaches children about basic colour theory by studying the colour wheel and colour mixing. It includes an exploration of primary and secondary colours and how artists use colour in their artwork.

Project scope

Mix It (Year 1) provides a structured approach to Art and Design, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Art and design

Topics covered

Colour mixing
Colour theory
Famous artists
Primary and secondary colours

What's included

Mix It (Year 1) is a comprehensive Art and Design project that boasts an array of essentials including:

6 Lesson activities

18 Resources

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