How much do you really know about color? It’s all around us – but have you ever stopped to wonder what color actually is?
In the Our Colorful World unit study, we explore the science, art, and beauty of color in a way that’s simple, hands-on, and so much fun for kids. From rainbows and pigments to famous artists and creative projects, there’s so much to discover!
Keep reading for a peek inside the 10 topics included in this color unit study, along with some of the engaging activities you’ll get to enjoy together.
What is a Family Unit Study?
But first… what exactly is a Family Unit Study?
This color unit study for kids, like all of our ever-growing library of unit studies, takes one big theme—Color—and breaks it down into ten manageable, bite-sized learning topics. This format gives you the freedom to dive into learning at a pace that works for your family. Perhaps you do one topic per day, perhaps one per week. Whatever suits your fancy! You can learn about color and explore a topic from start to finish in about 1-2 hours each.
Dive in and watch the sparks of wonder ignite. Watch the child-led learning take off. Watch what happens when children are engaged in what they are learning!
Each of the 10 topics includes:
- an interesting fact,
- a discussion question,
- informative information,
- a curated YouTube video,
- a recommended book,
- a math or literacy enrichment question (with three difficulty levels),
- and an ultimate-can’t-be-beat hands-on activity!
Plus, all subjects are covered across the 10 topics! Geography, History, Science, Social Studies, Music, Art, Health, Literacy, and Math.
When everything connects across subjects, learning just makes more sense. Kids remember more, understand better, and actually enjoy the process. It’s the kind of learning that really sticks. 🙌
Before we paint our way through this colorful adventure, I wanted to share a little something to make your homeschool days just a bit easier (because we all need that, right?).
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Our Colorful World Family Unit Study
Let’s take a little closer look! Here are the 10 topics included in this unit study, along with a glimpse of the activities you’ll enjoy together.
Topic #1: What is Color?
What is color, anyway? In this topic, you’ll discover how light, our eyes, and the brain work together to create the beautiful colors we see – then bring it to life with a hands-on color collage using objects from around you.
Topic #2: All About Rainbows
Rainbows always feel a little magical, don’t they? In this topic, you’ll explore how sunlight and raindrops work together to create those beautiful bands of color, then learn how light bends and separates into a rainbow. For this hands-on activity, you will recreate that magic by making your own rainbow at home.
Topic #3: Pigments
Color has such a fascinating history! In this topic, you’ll explore how pigments – from natural sources to modern materials – have been used to create color throughout time, then try it for yourself by making your own plant-based paints.
Topic #4: Color Theory
Ever wondered how all those colors fit together so perfectly? In this topic, you’ll explore the basics of color theory in a way that’s easy to understand. Then bring it all to life by creating your own color wheel.
Topic #5: Value
Ever noticed how colors look lighter or darker than others? Discover how changing a color’s value can completely transform it, then experiment with tints and shades as you create your own gradient artwork.
Topic #6: Warm & Cool Colors
Some colors feel cozy and warm, while others feel calm and cool – but why is that? In this topic, you’ll explore how colors can influence mood, then extend the learning with engaging questions that encourage deeper thinking and personal reflection.
Topic #7: Jackson Pollock
Art doesn’t always have to be neat and tidy! Learn how Jackson Pollock turned movement and energy into art, then try it for yourself by creating your own expressive, action-packed painting.
Topic #8: Piet Mondrian
Have you ever seen art made with just lines and simple shapes? Discover Piet Mondrian’s bold and balanced style using primary colors and clean lines, then create your own geometric masterpiece inspired by his work.
Topic #9: Ted Harrison
Sometimes a change of scenery can spark something new. This is exactly what happened with Ted Harrison! In this topic, you’ll discover how his time in the Yukon inspired his bright, joyful artwork, then bring that same feeling to life by creating your own colorful landscape.
Topic #10: Andy Warhol
Did you know art can be inspired by everyday things? Explore how Andy Warhol turned ordinary objects into bold, colorful works of art, then create your own pop art inspired by his iconic style.
And there you have it, the 10 bite-sized learning topics that make up our great big Our Colorful World color unit study for kids! I hope you will pop on over to check it out and consider purchasing it for you and yours.
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Thank you so much for reading, friend!
xo
Sarah
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