5th Grade Color Wheels

5th graders learned about color theory in this project. We learned exactly how to make the twelve colors on the color wheel. We reviewed how to make different values of each color as well. The students designed a color wheel with a radial design in their sketchbooks. We used a pie tin to trace a circle onto a piece of white paper. We used 90 degree angles to find the center of the circle. From there, we used protractors to measure out 30 degree angles to form twelve equal sections. The students then drew their radial design onto their circle. In their design, the students were to have designated areas that included the hue, tint, tone, and shade. Students received red, yellow, blue, white, and black paint to create all of their hues and values for this project. Once the color wheels were completely painted, the students went back with a permanent marker to tighten up any loose edges, and also to show their radial design more clearly.