Cardboard Cake Slice Net Creation & Decoration

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Cardboard Cake Slice Net Creation & Decoration

Grade 5Art10 days

This project, designed for fifth-grade students, combines art with mathematical concepts to create a three-dimensional artistic cake slice from a two-dimensional net. Students engage in a hands-on experience to learn about geometric shapes, measurement, and design principles, transforming their designs into physical models. The project's creative aspect is emphasized through decoration, enhancing the students' understanding of how art and mathematics intersect. Throughout the project, students develop problem-solving skills and apply artistic techniques to produce a functional and visually appealing model.

ArtMathematics3D ModelDesignCreativityGeometric ShapesProblem-Solving

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Inquiry Framework

Question Framework

Driving Question

The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can students use mathematical concepts and design principles to transform a two-dimensional net into a three-dimensional artistic cake slice that is both functional and visually appealing?

Essential Questions

Supporting questions that break down major concepts.

How can the design of an object affect its functionality and aesthetics?
What are the steps involved in transforming a two-dimensional shape into a three-dimensional model?
How do colors, shapes, and textures influence visual perception in art?
What techniques and materials can be used to construct durable and visually appealing art objects?
How can mathematical concepts be applied creatively in art projects?

Standards & Learning Goals

Learning Goals

By the end of this project, students will be able to:

Students will understand and apply the concepts of two-dimensional nets and three-dimensional shapes in a practical, artistic context.
Students will explore and utilize artistic materials and design principles to create a visually appealing and functional art piece.
Students will develop problem-solving skills by transforming a two-dimensional net into a three-dimensional structure.
Students will learn to measure, cut, and assemble materials accurately, highlighting the intersection of mathematics and art.
Students will appreciate the role of color, texture, and form in visual perception and artistic expression.

National Core Arts Standards

VA:Cr1.1.5

Primary

Students engage in exploration and imaginative play with materials.Reason: The project involves creative use of materials to design and construct a three-dimensional artistic object.

VA:Pr5.1.5

Secondary

Students prepare artworks for presentation and understand how presentation affects meaning and personal response.Reason: Decoration and the aesthetic presentation of the art piece are critical aspects of this project.

Common Core Standards

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.A.2

Primary

Represent real world and mathematical problems by graphing points in the first quadrant of the coordinate plane, and interpret coordinate values of points in the context of the situation.Reason: Understanding coordinates and shapes can help in designing the net and ensuring it fits together accurately to form a three-dimensional shape.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.MD.C.4

Secondary

Measure volumes by counting unit cubes, using cubic cm, cubic in, cubic ft, and improvised units.Reason: Measuring and assembling parts accurately is essential in creating a three-dimensional object from a net.

Entry Events

Events that will be used to introduce the project to students

Baking Challenge Announcement

Transform your love for cakes into art! Imagine entering a bakery where your next task is to design the most eye-catching slice of cake using cardboard. Explore cake design history, then bring your creativity to life by constructing and decorating a life-sized cake piece with fine details and personal flair.

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Portfolio Activities

These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.

Activity 1

Design Your Slice Net

Students will begin their project by designing the net of their cake slice using graph paper. This activity encourages students to visualize and sketch a precise 2D net that can be folded into a 3D object.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.

1. Review the basic components of a slice of cake and the geometric shapes that can be part of it.

2. Use graph paper to sketch a 2D net of the cake slice. Include components such as the triangular face and rectangular sides.

3. Draft the measurements using appropriate scales, keeping in mind the dimensions needed for the final 3D model.

4. Check that all parts fit together and refine the design as necessary.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA detailed and precise 2D net of a cake slice on graph paper.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.A.2 and CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.MD.C.4 as it involves graphing points and measuring accurately to represent a real-world object.

Activity 2

Cut & Construct: From Net to Slice

In this activity, students will cut out their net and assemble it into a 3D structure. This hands-on activity helps students understand the transition from a 2D net to a 3D model, emphasizing accuracy and craft skills.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.

1. Transfer the 2D net design onto cardboard using a pencil.

2. Carefully cut out the design along the lines drawn.

3. Fold along the edges where the shapes meet and glue the sides together to form the cake slice.

4. Ensure that all edges are aligned precisely to maintain the desired shape and structure.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA 3D cardboard model of a cake slice, accurately transformed from a 2D net.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.MD.C.4 for measuring accurately and understanding volume and VA:Cr1.1.5 for creative assembly of materials.

Activity 3

Decorate Your Creation

Students will use artistic techniques to decorate their cake slice, applying colors and textures to enhance its aesthetic appeal. This phase emphasizes artistic creativity and presentation skills.

Steps

Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.

1. Discuss and plan the color scheme and textures to be used on the cake slice.

2. Select materials such as paint, paper, and fabric to decorate your slice.

3. Apply the materials creatively onto the model, paying attention to detail and design principles.

4. Review your finished slice, making any touch-ups necessary to achieve the desired look.

Final Product

What students will submit as the final product of the activityA beautifully decorated cake slice with rich textures and colors.

Alignment

How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with VA:Pr5.1.5 as it involves artistic presentation and recognizing how decoration affects personal and viewer response.

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Rubric & Reflection

Portfolio Rubric

Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolio

3D Artistic Cake Slice Project Rubric

Category 1

Design and Planning

Ability to create a precise and functional 2D net for the 3D model, demonstrating understanding of geometric shapes and measurements.

Criterion 1

Net Construction

The precision and accuracy of the 2D net design using graph paper.

Exemplary

4 Points

The net is meticulously designed, with all components fitting together perfectly when assembled.

Proficient

3 Points

The net is accurately designed with minor adjustments needed, and most components fit well.

Developing

2 Points

The net has several inaccuracies in dimensions or alignments requiring significant adjustments during assembly.

Beginning

1 Points

The net is incomplete or largely inaccurate, with parts that do not fit together.

Criterion 2

Measurement and Scaling

Application of appropriate scales and measurements in the design and construction of the net.

Exemplary

4 Points

All measurements are exact, and the scale is consistently applied throughout the design.

Proficient

3 Points

Measurements are generally accurate with occasional minor errors in scaling.

Developing

2 Points

Several measurements are incorrect, affecting the overall design scale and assembly.

Beginning

1 Points

Measurements are mostly incorrect, leading to significant scaling issues.

Category 2

Construction Skills

Skill and precision in cutting and assembling the cardboard net into a 3D model.

Criterion 1

Assembly Precision

Alignment and assembly of cardboard pieces to form a stable 3D cake slice.

Exemplary

4 Points

Construction is highly precise, all edges align perfectly, creating a stable and neat 3D model.

Proficient

3 Points

The assembly is mostly precise with minor alignment issues affecting the final shape minimally.

Developing

2 Points

Several alignment issues lead to a wobbly or unstable 3D model.

Beginning

1 Points

Major alignment problems, rendering the model unstable and incomplete.

Category 3

Artistic Presentation

The creative decoration and presentation of the cake slice focusing on aesthetics and design principles.

Criterion 1

Creativity and Aesthetics

Innovation and visual appeal in the decoration of the cake slice, including use of color, texture, and design principles.

Exemplary

4 Points

The decoration is exceptionally creative and aesthetically pleasing, with well-integrated colors and textures.

Proficient

3 Points

Decoration is creative and appealing, with effective use of colors and textures.

Developing

2 Points

Decoration shows basic creativity with inconsistent integration of design elements.

Beginning

1 Points

The decoration is minimal with little evidence of thoughtful design or color usage.

Reflection Prompts

End-of-project reflection questions to get students to think about their learning

Question 1

What was the most challenging part of transforming your 2D net into a 3D model, and how did you overcome it?

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Question 2

How did your understanding of geometric shapes and measurements improve through this project?

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Question 3

On a scale from 1 to 5, how effectively do you feel you applied mathematical concepts to achieve the final design of your cake slice?

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Question 4

Which artistic techniques did you find most effective in decorating your cake slice, and why?

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Question 5

What aspects of this project helped you understand the connection between art and mathematics?

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Question 6

How satisfied are you with the final appearance of your cake slice on a scale from 1 to 5?

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