First Day of Art Sculpture Challenge

I always like to start the semester with something fun. This go around, I decide to do something similar to what I saw on
http://www.thesmartteacher.com/exchange/resource/1784/Chopped-Art

I began the class period with instructions/information on a google slide presentation.

After we go over the rules, its time to get started. I give each team a brown paper bag with 4 "mystery" items in it. I also give each team a word written on a note card. Students have access to the "pantry" aka a table with tons of extra items, as well as the every day art items I keep out in the back of the room. I begin the countdown timer and they have 25 minutes to create a 3D sculpture inspired by the given word.

I was very impressed with their ideas and creativity! It was a good way to incorporate collaboration in the art room!

The final outcomes: