"Geometric Shapes" Lake Bonavista School Kindergarten AM - Ripka This step stool showcases bold and bright geometric shapes. Students experimented with lines, angles, and symmetry while learning to recognize and name shapes in their environment. Through careful planning and painting, they practiced fine motor control and explored how shapes can be combined to create beautiful designs. This project encouraged mathematical thinking through artistic expression.

"Patterns" Lake Bonavista School Kindergarten AM - Romanko Our pattern-themed stool is a vibrant celebration of repetition and rhythm. Children used color sequences to create eye-catching designs. This activity supported early math concepts like sorting, predicting, and patterning, while also helping students recognize the beauty of visual repetition in art. Working together, they created a design that is both playful and purposeful.

"Nature Theme" Lake Bonavista School Kindergarten PM - Romanko This vibrant art stool is inspired by Indigenous dot art, aligning with the Alberta curriculum's focus on exploring cultural expression through art. The colorful design encourages young learners to connect with Indigenous traditions, fostering an understanding of storytelling, history, and creativity. The students worked together to create designs and practice their fine motor control.

Room 2 – In creating this canvas, we explored the idea that art doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. Students were encouraged to try new things, take risks, and enjoy the process of making art without worrying about how it would turn out. Using colour, texture, and movement, they created pieces that reflected their thoughts and feelings in creative and personal ways.

"Dollhouse" Lake Bonavista School Room 3 (Grade 3/4) - Link This dollhouse was painted collaboratively by the students of Room 3. Everybody got a turn to paint. It was our first time using paint rollers. It was hard to paint the window frames, shingles, and door details. We decided to keep the colours simple, in case its future owner wants to paint it differently. This house is lightweight and easy to transport – it even has a handle – so you can take it with you and play with it anywhere.

"Flower Art" Lake Bonavista School Room 4 (Grade 3/4) - Cooper Room 4 at Lake Bonavista created two matching nature inspired, indoor wall hangings. Made from pinecone tops and found sticks, students painted the pinecones in spring colours to create gorgeous flower tops. The sticks create the look of natural stems, and both were glued on a white-washed wood background. The dimensions are 11” x 17” each (28 cm x 42.5 cm – student measured and verified) and includes a twine string for hanging.

"Through the Rays of Sunflower Mirror" Lake Bonavista School Room 5 (Grade 3/4) - Bouchard Working together as a team, this beautiful sunflower mirror was created by Ms. Bouchard’s Grade 3 and 4 students from Lake Bonavista School. Each child contributed their own unique piece to the sunflower, showing how much we can accomplish when we work together. Just like a real sunflower turns toward the light, this mirror reflects the positive energy, creativity, and care the students put into their work. As Maria Montessori said, “The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.” This project is a wonderful reminder of the potential our children have when they’re supported to grow, create, and shine. Diameter of Sunflower Mirror is 29 cm (11.5 inches)

"Ripped Paper Landscape" Lake Bonavista School Room 7 (Grade 5/6) - Burnham Watercolor landscape ripped paper art is a captivating and imaginative artistic technique that combines the delicate fluidity of watercolor painting with the bold, textured look of torn paper. This mixed-media approach allowed the students to create vibrant, dynamic landscapes while exploring the beauty of contrasts between smooth, painted surfaces and rough, torn edges. The process began with the creation of a watercolor landscape, where students used various hues to paint elements like skies, mountains, fields, rivers, or forests. The soft, blended colors of the watercolor paint capture the natural beauty and flow of the environment. The torn paper adds a three-dimensional effect, providing depth and dimension to the artwork, and students collaborated to experiment with colors, shapes, and textures while tearing paper and creating their own landscape stories. Each frame measures 14” x 14” (3 in total)

"Local Indigenous Plants Jenga" Lake Bonavista School Room 8 (Grade 1/2) - Greenhall As part of a learning project about the Prairies, Grade 1 and 2 students in Room 8 explored the Kainai Plant Index to research a variety of indigenous plants and their traditional uses. Students translated their learning into this art project by designing and painting Jenga blocks that reflected the unique features of their chosen plants. These blocks combine science, art, and cultural understanding, allowing students to deepen their appreciation for local flora. We hope you enjoy playing this game outdoors or inside for years to come!

"Day and Night Cornhole" Lake Bonavista School Room 9 (Grade 1/2) - Adamson Day and night themed cornhole, inspired by the beautiful landscape of Alberta.

"Hands Down Corn Hole" Lake Bonavista School Room 10 (Grade 1/2) - Green In our art project called "Hands Down Corn Hole," each of us used our handprint to help create a big, colorful artwork that shows what community means! We dipped our hands in paint and pressed them onto the board, leaving behind a special mark that is just ours. Every handprint was unique—just like each one of us. But when we put them all together, they made a beautiful design that shows how we all belong in our classroom and work together as one team. This project helps us remember that in a community, everyone is important. When we all add our own special piece, we can build something amazing together!

"Colourful Corn Hole" Lake Bonavista School Room 11 (Grade 1/2) - Midgley The grade 1 and 2 students of Room 11 at Lake Bonavista School created this one-of-a-kind cornhole board, drawing inspiration from the vibrant work of artist Charles McGee. McGee believed that art could bring people together, using bold contrasts and harmonious designs to celebrate unity, diversity, and connection. Following his example, our young artists carefully selected contrasting and complementary colors, experimenting with lines and patterns to express creativity, collaboration, and joy. The result is a playful and meaningful piece that’s as fun to look at as it is to play with! We hope this special creation finds a home with a family who loves spending time outdoors and making memories together. *Bean bags included!

"You Are... Jenga Blocks" Lake Bonavista School Room 12 (Grade 1/2) - Gierl In this heartwarming art project, students explored the power of positive words and self-affirmation by creating their own unique Jenga blocks. Each student selected and decorated wooden blocks using colour gradients and uplifting character traits that describe themselves or their classmates. As the blocks are stacked, they form a colorful tower of encouragement, symbolizing how each individual’s strengths support and build up the classroom community. This project combined visual art with social-emotional learning, helping students reflect on their own identities while celebrating the qualities that make everyone special. The result was not only a beautiful display but also a meaningful reminder that, just like in Jenga, every block—and every person—matters.

"Funky Town" Jenga Lake Bonavista School Room 13 (Grade 1/2) - Zimmerman The grade 1 and 2 students of Room 13 at Lake Bonavista School are excited to present their funky and colorful, hand-painted Jenga set, each block a reflection of their own emotions and experiences while playing games with friends and family. Inspired by the joy, excitement, and connection that games bring, the students carefully chose colors and patterns that represent how they feel when they play—whether it’s the thrill of competition, the joy of teamwork, or the happiness of spending time together. Each block in this unique set showcases the creativity of the young artists, celebrating the individuality and emotions of every student. From bold, vibrant hues to softer, more calming shades, every design is as unique as the learner who created it. This Jenga set is not only a fun game to play but also a beautiful representation of how creativity and feelings can come together to make lasting memories. We hope this special creation finds a home where it will bring people together for fun, laughter, and moments of connection, just like the students’ original inspiration. Bonus: Inside, you’ll find a special card created by the talented artists of Room 13.

"Nature's Story: Three Chapters of Alberta" Lake Bonavista School Room 16 (Grade 5/6) - Courtney This three-piece artwork, collaboratively created by a Grade 5/6 class, draws inspiration from the diverse and breathtaking landscapes of Alberta and Calgary. Each panel represents a unique scene— the Alberta prairies, the majestic mountains, and the Calgary downtown skyline— brought to life through the gentle textures of watercolor and playful polymer clay. Every student contributed, no matter how small, to create a larger, collective work that reflects the shared stories of these landscapes. The artwork celebrates the deep, personal connections each individual has to the land, acknowledging how each person's relationship with the land shapes their own unique story of Alberta. Each frame measures 8” x 10”

"Unity in Color" Lake Bonavista School Room 17 (Grade 5/6) - Davidson This three-panel mosaic was created by a Grade 5/6 class and is inspired by the beauty and diversity of nature. Each panel features a different species of leaf, brought to life through the soft, fluid textures of watercolor. Every student contributed an individual piece to the larger mosaic, coming together to form a cohesive work of art. Just like the leaves they painted, each student's piece is unique—yet when combined, they create a harmonious and meaningful representation of growth, community, and the natural world.

"Garden of Circles"– A Cozy Bloom of Bright, Felt Flowers This beautiful pillow is more than just a cozy accent—it's a heartfelt creation made by Grade 3 and 4 students. Each student carefully crafted a felt flower using hand-cut circles, blending creativity with geometry! Each flower became a unique expression of  joy. The finished pillow is a cheerful bouquet—a garden that captures the imagination, creativity, and collaboration of every child involved.

"Growing Together" This colourful artwork is a collaborative piece created by our talented Grade 1 and 2 students. Each child painted a unique watercolour flower. These vibrant blooms come together in a beautifully painted pot, symbolizing the unity and diversity of our classroom community.

"Alberta Nature Clay Magnets" Room three students explored Alberta’s natural beauty by designing and sculpting magnets out of oven-bake clay. Inspired by local landscapes, plants, and animals, our class sketched shaped and baked their creations. Each magnet is a small, handmade tribute to the unique environment of our province.

"Leaf Macrame" Handcrafted by Grade 1 and 2 students, these 2 macrame wall hangings feature 25 carefully knotted and feathered leaves made from soft cotton cord. Brushed to a delicate finish, each leaf adds a unique touch of charm. Perfect for bringing a rustic, handmade warmth to any wall. Place the hangings together or in separate spaces!