Emotion-Infused Mosaic

DESCRIPTION:

Emotion-Infused Mosaic is an artistic activity designed for students aged 10- 12 to explore emotional competence through risk-taking. In this 40-60 minute activity, students will create mosaic art pieces that reflect their emotions and involve the risk-taking process of combining various materials and colors into a cohesive whole.

OUTCOMES:

• Enhanced emotional competence, particularly in the context of risktaking.
• Improved self-expression and creativity.
• Increased self-awareness and confidence.
• Fostering a positive and supportive environment for sharing personal experiences.

DURATION: 40-60 minutes

MATERIALS:

• Small, colorful mosaic tiles or cut- up colored paper.
• Glue or adhesive.
• Cardboard or sturdy paper as a base.
• Markers or pens.
• Access to a classroom or a quiet space for the activity.

SKILLS RELATED:

• Creativity and willingness to experiment with various materials.
• Decision-making in selecting and combining colors and textures.
• Adaptability to unexpected outcomes during the artistic process.
• Reflective thinking and self-awareness.

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Introduce the Emotion-Infused Mosaic activity, explaining that students will create mosaic art pieces that reflect their emotions, taking creative risks with color combinations and materials.
• Provide mosaic tiles or cut-up colored paper, glue, and cardboard to each student.
• Set a timer for 40-60 minutes for the creation of their Emotion-Infused Mosaic.
• Encourage students to take risks in combining colors and materials, expressing their emotions through the mosaic.
• After the activity, invite students to share their mosaics with the class, if they feel comfortable, fostering a sense of connection.

TIPS:

• Encourage students to embrace the challenge of combining various materials and colors to create a cohesive piece.
• Reinforce that the purpose of the activity is personal expression, and
• students can choose the level of detail or abstraction they are comfortable with.
• Remind students that sharing is optional, and their Emotion-Infused
• Mosaic is a personal reflection.

REFLECTION:

• How did taking creative risks in your Emotion-Infused Mosaic influence your understanding and expression of your emotions?
• What colors or materials did you choose to represent, and why did you make those specific choices?
• In what ways can the experience of creating an Emotion-Infused Mosaic translate to taking positive risks in your personal life, and how might it contribute to your emotional well-being?