Reflect
"Reflect" doesn't just refer to the act of assessing one's own work and work process; reflection also means having the ability to communicate those ideas to others. To Wolfston, this made Reflect the perfect SHoM through which to introduce the practice of critique. First, the class reviewed what Wolfston termed the "rules of critique": be kind, be helpful, and be respectful. Establishing guidelines like these pushes students to offer thoughtful feedback and responses.
Once the rules were established, students learned the art of " ," a relaxing, low-pressure method of illustration in which the artist fills in a shape with repeating patterns such as zig zags, concentric circles, or stripes. The class practiced Zentangle drawing in accordion journals, which can be easily made using paper, scissors, and glue.
A curriculum that includes lesson plans and activities can be downloaded here.