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Magnificent Map Making

Art Challenge #11 for Grades K-5
Materials: Paper, Pencil, Sharpie and any art material to add color!

C hallenge Idea: Artists are explorers! We can use our art skills to record
and create a map to help remember a special place, or share our favorite places
with others!

Art words:
Cartographer: A cartographer is a person who designs, draws or creates maps!

Artist C onnection: Nate Padavick

Nate Padavick is a contemporary artist based in NYC. He shares a studio space
with his sister. He designs and creates special maps. His maps are special
because they combine illustrations of the important places along with the
locations and roads. They are so much fun to look at!

Planning Question:
-What special place do you want to create a map of??
_____________________________
-Make a list of the buildings or destinations that you want to include in your
map.

Directions:
1. First mark the spots of where the important buildings or places are.
2. Draw a little picture or icon that represents each place.
3. Place your title in a big open space!
4. Add roads to connect your places.
5. Add special map elements like a compass and legend.
6. Fill with fun details and add color if you wish!