Kindness Quilt: A Collaborative Art and Language Project
Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we create a kindness quilt using art and kind words to show the importance of treating others with respect and care?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- How can art be used to show kindness?
- What are kind words and why are they important?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will collaboratively create a paper quilt.
- Students will define and use kind words.
- Students will demonstrate the importance of treating others with respect and care.
- Students will use art to show kindness.
Common Core Standards
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsMystery Package Delivery
A large, unlabeled package arrives at the classroom door. Inside are colorful paper squares and art supplies, along with a letter from a 'Secret Friend' asking for help in creating a kindness quilt to spread joy throughout the school.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.Kindness Word Bank Builders
Students brainstorm and create a list of kind words they can use on their quilt squares. This activity introduces the vocabulary necessary for expressing kindness and respect.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA classroom 'Kindness Word Bank' displayed prominently for reference.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.6 by focusing on acquiring and using words and phrases related to kindness. It supports vocabulary development through conversation and visual aids.My Kind Act Story Circle
Students share personal stories of performing or witnessing acts of kindness. This activity encourages speaking and listening skills while reinforcing the concept of kindness.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityEach student shares a story about kindness.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAligns with CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.1.1 by promoting collaborative conversations and active listening in a group setting. Students share experiences and respond to others' stories.Kindness Quilt Square Design Studio
Students design their individual quilt squares using kind words and drawings. This activity integrates art and language arts to express kindness visually and verbally.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityIndividually decorated quilt squares expressing kindness through words and art.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsIntegrates art with CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.1.2 as students create an informative piece (their quilt square) using words and drawings to convey the topic of kindness. It also reinforces CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.6 through the application of learned vocabulary.The Kindness Quilt: A Collaborative Masterpiece
Students assemble their individual squares to create a collaborative kindness quilt. This activity emphasizes teamwork and the collective impact of kindness.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA collaborative kindness quilt displayed in the classroom or school, showcasing the collective effort to promote kindness.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsReinforces the learning goals by visually demonstrating the importance of treating others with respect and care. It ties together art, language, and collaborative skills.Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioKindness Quilt Portfolio Rubric
Kindness Vocabulary & Application
Assesses the student's ability to identify, define, and use kind words effectively in both verbal and written contexts. Measures the depth of understanding and appropriate application of kindness-related vocabulary.Kindness Word Bank Participation
Evaluates the student's active participation in brainstorming and contributing to the 'Kindness Word Bank.' Assesses the relevance and variety of words suggested.
Exemplary
4 PointsConsistently contributes diverse, relevant, and thoughtful kind words to the word bank, demonstrating a rich understanding of kindness vocabulary and readily assists peers.
Proficient
3 PointsContributes several relevant kind words to the word bank, showing a good understanding of kindness vocabulary. Participates actively in the brainstorming session.
Developing
2 PointsContributes a few basic kind words to the word bank, with some prompting. Demonstrates a limited understanding of kindness vocabulary.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to contribute kind words to the word bank, even with prompting. Shows minimal understanding of kindness vocabulary.
Kind Word Usage in Quilt Square
Assesses the student's ability to effectively incorporate kind words from the word bank into their quilt square design. Evaluates the appropriateness and impact of word choice.
Exemplary
4 PointsIncorporates multiple, varied, and impactful kind words into the quilt square design, demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of their meaning and effectively conveying kindness through language.
Proficient
3 PointsIncorporates several appropriate kind words into the quilt square design, demonstrating a good understanding of their meaning and conveying kindness effectively.
Developing
2 PointsIncorporates a few basic kind words into the quilt square design, with limited variation or impact. Shows a basic understanding of their meaning.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to incorporate kind words into the quilt square design, even with prompting. Demonstrates minimal understanding of their meaning.
Artistic Representation of Kindness
Evaluates the student's ability to visually represent acts of kindness through their quilt square design. Assesses the creativity, clarity, and emotional impact of their artwork.Visual Depiction of Kindness
Assesses how effectively the student's artwork communicates acts of kindness and evokes positive emotions. Evaluates the clarity and relevance of visual elements.
Exemplary
4 PointsCreates a compelling and evocative visual representation of kindness that clearly communicates positive emotions and resonates deeply with viewers. Demonstrates exceptional creativity and attention to detail.
Proficient
3 PointsCreates a clear and effective visual representation of kindness that communicates positive emotions effectively. Shows good creativity and attention to detail.
Developing
2 PointsCreates a basic visual representation of kindness that communicates some positive emotions. Shows limited creativity and attention to detail.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to create a visual representation of kindness or communicate positive emotions effectively. Shows minimal creativity and attention to detail.
Use of Color and Imagery
Evaluates the student's skillful use of color and imagery to enhance the message of kindness in their quilt square. Assesses the impact and appropriateness of artistic choices.
Exemplary
4 PointsUses color and imagery masterfully to enhance the message of kindness, creating a visually stunning and emotionally resonant quilt square. Demonstrates a deep understanding of color theory and visual communication.
Proficient
3 PointsUses color and imagery effectively to enhance the message of kindness, creating a visually appealing and emotionally engaging quilt square. Demonstrates a good understanding of color theory and visual communication.
Developing
2 PointsUses color and imagery in a basic way to represent kindness, with limited emotional impact. Shows a basic understanding of color theory and visual communication.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to use color and imagery effectively to represent kindness. Demonstrates minimal understanding of color theory and visual communication.
Collaborative Story Sharing & Listening
Assesses the student's participation in the 'My Kind Act Story Circle,' focusing on their ability to share personal stories of kindness and listen attentively to others.Story Sharing
Evaluates the student's ability to share a coherent and relevant story about an act of kindness they performed or witnessed. Assesses the clarity and emotional impact of their narrative.
Exemplary
4 PointsShares a compelling, detailed, and emotionally resonant story about an act of kindness, captivating the audience and demonstrating a deep understanding of empathy and compassion.
Proficient
3 PointsShares a clear and relevant story about an act of kindness, engaging the audience and demonstrating a good understanding of empathy and compassion.
Developing
2 PointsShares a basic story about an act of kindness, with some prompting. Shows a limited understanding of empathy and compassion.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to share a coherent story about an act of kindness, even with prompting. Demonstrates minimal understanding of empathy and compassion.
Active Listening
Assesses the student's ability to listen attentively and respectfully to their classmates' stories. Evaluates their engagement, eye contact, and appropriate responses.
Exemplary
4 PointsListens attentively and respectfully to classmates' stories, maintaining consistent eye contact, providing thoughtful responses, and demonstrating genuine empathy and understanding.
Proficient
3 PointsListens attentively and respectfully to classmates' stories, maintaining good eye contact and providing appropriate responses. Shows good engagement and understanding.
Developing
2 PointsListens to classmates' stories with some attention, but may be distracted or require prompting. Shows limited engagement and understanding.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to listen attentively to classmates' stories, showing significant distraction or disengagement. Demonstrates minimal understanding or respect.
Quilt Assembly & Collaboration
Evaluates the student's collaborative skills during the assembly of the kindness quilt. Assesses their contribution to the group effort and their understanding of the collective impact of kindness.Contribution to Quilt Assembly
Assesses the student's active participation in arranging and attaching the quilt squares. Evaluates their willingness to assist and their contribution to the final product.
Exemplary
4 PointsTakes a leadership role in arranging and attaching the quilt squares, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and a strong commitment to creating a beautiful and impactful collaborative masterpiece.
Proficient
3 PointsActively participates in arranging and attaching the quilt squares, demonstrating good teamwork and contributing effectively to the final product.
Developing
2 PointsParticipates in arranging and attaching the quilt squares with some prompting. Shows limited teamwork and contribution to the final product.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to participate in arranging and attaching the quilt squares, even with prompting. Demonstrates minimal teamwork and contribution to the final product.
Understanding of Collective Impact
Assesses the student's ability to articulate the impact of seeing all the kind words and images together in the final quilt. Evaluates their understanding of the collective power of kindness.
Exemplary
4 PointsArticulates a profound understanding of the collective impact of kindness, explaining how the quilt represents the power of unity, empathy, and positive action within the community.
Proficient
3 PointsArticulates a clear understanding of the collective impact of kindness, explaining how the quilt represents the power of unity and positive action within the classroom.
Developing
2 PointsShows a basic understanding of the collective impact of kindness, but struggles to articulate the significance of the quilt as a unified symbol of positive action.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to understand the collective impact of kindness or the significance of the quilt as a unified symbol of positive action.