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Color theory crossword with primary colors, color wheel, and painting techniques.
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Color Theory Crossword Puzzle

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A 20-clue crossword introducing color theory fundamentals for elementary art classes. Clues cover the color wheel, primary and secondary colors, complementary and analogous color pairs, tint and shade, value, and watercolor painting. Use it as a vocabulary review or warm-up in an art unit on color mixing and composition.

Subject:
Art
Topic:
Painting
Grade Level:
3rd – 5th Grades
Updated November 2016

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Print this crossword for classroom use, homework packets, or sub plans. Click 'View Crossword' to modify clues, adjust difficulty, or add your own words before downloading as a PDF. An answer key is included with every download.

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