Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

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Number: VA.3.C.1
Title: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.
Type: Enduring Understanding
Subject: Visual Art
Grade: 3
Big Idea: Critical Thinking and Reflection

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Related Access Points

This cluster includes the following access points.

Independent

VA.3.C.1.In.a
Experiment with the art-making process to develop ideas for self-expression.
VA.3.C.1.In.b
Identify selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.

Supported

VA.3.C.1.Su.a
Explore the art-making process to communicate personal interests.
VA.3.C.1.Su.b
Recognize selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.

Participatory

VA.3.C.1.Pa.a
Explore the art-making process.
VA.3.C.1.Pa.b
Recognize a selected visual or tactile characteristic of works of art.

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