Art Tales: Not a Box
Art Tales is a field trip designed for our youngest learners. This field trip includes an exploration of two works of art, the reading of Not a Box by author Antoinette Portis, and an art-making experience.

Duration
60 minutes
Book Summary
In Not a Box, a rabbit uses its imagination to transform a cardboard box into a race car, a robot, and a spaceship. With a bit of creativity, the ordinary becomes extraordinary!
Looking and Learning Skills
During the Art Tales: Not a Box field trip, students will discover how artists use their imaginations and draw inspiration from the world around them to create modern sculptures and paintings. On this field trip, students will:
- Observe, describe, compare, and contrast works of art.
- Create a three-dimensional multimedia work of art.
- Feel a sense of belonging in a museum setting.
Examples of Works Featured on Field Trip
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