Stained-Glass Windows


Activity Description:

In this activity, students had the opportunity to create their own stained-glass windows. We began by learning about a famous artist who was known for his stained-glass windows and unique techniques. After discussing his work, we drew four different examples of our own stained-glass window designs, experimenting with shapes, lines, and patterns. Once we selected a design, we transferred it to a larger piece of paper. To simulate stained glass, we placed a clear piece of material over our final design, taped it down to the table to keep it in place, and traced over the lines with a Sharpie. After completing the outlines, we colored the clear material using at least three different colors. Finally, students could hang their stained-glass creation in a window to see how light passed through, revealing the vibrant effect.



Extension Activity:

Exploring Light and Color with Science:
An extension activity for this stained-glass project could involve studying the science behind light and color. We could discuss how light and water interact to create rainbows, exploring how sunlight is refracted through raindrops to split into its different colors. Students could learn about the science behind this process and even experiment by using a sprinkler or glass of water to observe small rainbows created by sunlight. The connection between art and science could deepen as they see how their stained-glass windows mimic the beauty of light passing through colored glass, similar to how natural rainbows form.



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