Circular Pattern Design 2nd grade

For this project our 2nd graders cut a circle out of black 12 x 18" construction paper. Then we helped them put a dot in the center of the circle with a pencil.

Using one oil pastel we drew a small shape right on the dot! Then we chose two different oil pastels and created a small pattern around the center shape.
We changed colors again and made a 2nd pattern around the center.  They continued to create tiny patterns around the center with oil pastels until they reached the outside of the paper.  We emphasized using colors over again, keeping it small and neat, and taking their time to do their best circular patterns.

As a finishing touch the students were allowed to put a small amount of glitter glue into their patterns and I hot glued a glass jewel in the center.  These are delicate, intricate and very lovely. The 2nd graders are always so proud of their beautiful designs when done.