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I really enjoyed this exercise because it allowed me to use my creativity in a freeing way.  It acted as a destressing tool that was oddly satisfying to make and look at after. I predict doing it again in my own free time and using in a classroom.

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I found this exercise helpful in dealing with stress or just if you need to slow your mind down a bit to regain focus. I could see myself utilizing this in the younger grades especially

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I often find myself doodling when I feel anxious or overwhelmed. This assignment gave me an opportunity to sit down and decompress from the pile of assignments building. Though students may express their stress in different ways, a small relaxing project such as a zentangle may aid in creating a peaceful classroom
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I remember doodling geometric patterns on my notes as a kid. I'm not sure why I did this, I just found it soothing. I feel like the same principles apply to zentangles.
I see how these would be a useful activity in class. They could be used to get students to practice different lines, shapes and textures in visual arts as well repetition and rhythm (from Fundamental concepts for grade 2, visual arts, The Ontario elementary curriculum).

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I really enjoyed drawing my zentangle. I've always liked drawing/doodling, so I found myself relaxed while doing this activity. It was also a nice change from staring at a computer screen.

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Doing this zentangle I realized how important it is to just relax and let go of the idea of being perfect and enjoy the freedom that comes with creativity.

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For my Zentangle I wanted to draw patterns with elements that represented me. I really enjoyed working on this a bit everyday and found myself visiting this activity before classes. It was a great way to give myself a little creative break before starting lectures.

(I was able to create this digitally because I work off of an ipad)

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I really enjoy the creative and cathartic process of this zentangle project. I decided to use a blackout technique to create a meaningful sentence to demonstrate how I imagine a zentangle beyond a visual art assignment. If I had more time, I would have loved to create a poem.

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As someone who lacks artistic abilities and who is not very creative, I found this activity actually a bit stressful. I can see how this activity could relieve stress if you are someone who enjoys doodling, it can allow you to be creative and express yourself.

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I have lost touch with my artistic side in recent years. I enjoyed revisiting drawing through this simple yet creative exercise.

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I've always loved art, colours, and doing crafts. This activity was fun and easy for me, as I felt relaxed and in my element! I did it in black & white at first, but then quickly decided to colour it in.

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This activity was definitely something out of my comfort zone as I do not consider myself as someone who is very creative in an artistic way. I did end up enjoying the activity as it was fun to doodle,  but it did take a lot longer than I anticipated!

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I found this activity tough at the start. Once I got going, my imagination took over and it became much more enjoyable and peaceful. This allows students to go through the Creative Process by planning, focusing, imagining and generating through expression of emotions using a creative outlet.

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Creating my zentangle was relaxing and fun to begin with but I didn’t realize how long it would take me and as a result it became tedious!

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I honestly struggled with this activity. I am a perfectionist and not knowing exactly what I wanted to draw gave me some anxiety. I am the type of person to draw with a pencil and continuously be erasing it because it wasn't perfect in my mind. Once I decided to start by drawing a diamond and go from there, it did become more fun and relaxing. I feel like I may try to use this activity for when I get anxious to help ground myself

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I honestly found this exercise very difficult. As the most unartistic person on this planet, I found it a tad frustrating . I can see how other people would really enjoy it though!!

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Description: My Zentangle is full of random curves and lines. I started off with random straight lines, then connecting them on different angles corner to corner. Then I added curves and coloured in about every second gap with my black pen.

This activity brought back memories as I would "doodle" around the 3-hole punch during class. It was therapeutic allowing the formations to happen with little intentions. This is great for students because it relieves tensions and stress. This relates to the curriculum because it may express subconscious feelings.

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My relationship with art has never been positive. During the zentangle I learned that it may be due to my perfectionism. while making the zentangle, I made mistakes and instead of correcting them, I let them be this allowed me to be relaxed which was not the case at the start or with art in any previous form.

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Drawing the lines caused me anxiety because I had no plan. It was good practice for letting go of control and to focus on what I wanted to draw at that moment. Beneficial to express what you feel at that moment.

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Initially I was apprehensive of the assignment as I've always envied the visual art skills of others and am reluctant to demonstrate my own. I was pleasantly surprised to find this relaxing and enjoyable overall! (even if it is posted for the world to see)

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This activity was very relaxing and fun to do. I love art and find it very therapeutic. So I was enjoying the process very much! I decided to keep it in black and white because I think I like that aesthetic for this image.

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Creating the zentangle made me feel relaxed, happy, and at peace. It was nice to add a creative element to my daily routine.

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This zentangle actually calmed me down a bit. I had a lot to do today and I was getting worked up by the limited time I had. I instantly felt better as soon as I started. It is a great way for children to be expressive, in the moment and creative. The discussion after also allows everyone to appreciate uniqueness and beauty.

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I really loved this activity. I often find my mind wandering while doing assignments; however, while doing my zentangle I found myself feeling very calm and was able to keep my attention on drawing the entire time. I can definitely see the benefits of an activity such as this within the classroom.

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I found this activity very relaxing and enjoyable. It allows students to get creative and can give them a break from the daily routine.

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A doodle or zen tangle project is perfect simplicity. Teachers can begin building confidence in those who might otherwise consider themselves "non-artists", while also exposing them to important aesthetic concepts such as line, form, texture and value.

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I enjoyed this activity (especially after sitting in front of a screen for 6+ hours). Zentangles is beneficial to students because it is an easy and therapeutic activity that encourages creativity. This activity connects to the curriculum because it does not restrict students, with varying abilities, from creating something beautiful and uniquely their own!

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Knowing that the zentangle would be posted for others to see took the relaxing aspect out of it for me, but I can see how it could be fun to do for yourself. It would be an interesting tool for students to illustrate interactions between symbols and ideas incorporated into their art.

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The phrase “Trust the process” kept coming to mind during this exercise. This experience can teach students that: (1) Art is a unique form of expression. (2) Learning should not be rushed (3) Mistakes happen and this can spark creativity, teach lessons, and create opportunities. Trust the process.

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Once I accepted my work would never be considered a masterpiece I began to enjoy the feeling of the pencil against the page.

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This art therapy was helpful in enhancing relaxation and focus. This could be beneficial for students in the classroom to de-stress without the pressure of being right or wrong. This applies to the curriculum as it challenges students to be creative and unique.

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Through this simple exercise students can express their creativity and exercise critical thinking and planning skills. For example, we are constantly thinking about which pattern to put down next and where. Even though it is a simple activity, we still want harmony across the piece.

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Making this zentangle was a very relaxing and enjoyable activity. It allowed me to focus and take my mind off of other stressful things. I imagine doing this in the classroom could have beneficial effects for students.

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This was a very relaxing process that helped my scatter brain focus. I find it to be an easy way to mediate almost anywhere any time!

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After I was done, I was more focused and was less anxious.  It is a beneficial activity for people like me who are not the most comfortable with visual arts as it replaces perfection with intuition.

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I found this exercise a lot of fun. I am not an artistic person, but I am a perfectionist and I enjoyed having the freedom to design it.

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The visual representation of what's on my mind is cathartic. Great value for the class, particularly for students whose natural inclination is to express themselves through art.

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I was apprehensive about doing my Zentangle and thought I would find it boring. However, I found myself so focused on the doodles that any other stresses left my mind for the time. I think it's a great option to do in high-stress times for students to allow their minds to reset and feel refreshed to continue in other areas.

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I enjoyed this activity because it was quite relaxing and calming for my mind. This is a great Arts activity because it is creative, expressive, and only requires a pen and paper which is great for online learning because these are materials that kids already have at home.

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At first I didn’t enjoy this assignment. I don’t often consider myself to be an artistic individual and I’m not really a fan of drawing or painting. However, I soon was entranced by the activity. Without even noticing an hour had gone by. Overall, I found the activity to be very calming. I feel that students would enjoy this activity as it allows the opportunity for self-expression through creativity. Utilizing this form of artistic text would be a great addition to any lesson planning.

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I enjoyed doing this activity because it was very calming and allowed me to de-stress from other courses' work.

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I enjoyed doing this type of activity, it releases so much stress and gives a lot of freedom. I find myself doing this often when working on assignments.

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It was relaxing to zone out with some music and just draw without a plan. The activity is great for students because each section allows them to experiment with different shapes, patterns, and colors without committing to one idea.

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I enjoyed taking a moment to complete the Zentangle. It was surprisingly relaxing. I could see myself using it to get students to unwind. It could also be a tool to communicate/express themselves, which connects it to both curriculums. It could be a tool for transmediation by using patterns to convey a story's tone, for example.

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Creating this zentangle was a refreshing change of pace and it was nice letting my mind wander to create. This can be beneficial for students in order to allow a creative avenue for self-expression, and this is a form of "artistic text" (as seen in Arts and Language Arts curriculum) that can convey their views.

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I really appreciated the time I took completing this zentangle. I felt refreshed and ready to put my mind to other coursework once I finished. I think students could benefit in the same way. Expressing oneself through shapes, colour, and drawing connects to both the Arts and Language Arts Curriculum.

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I really enjoyed this activity because I found it quite relaxing. This could be a great activity for students because it allows them to explore their artistic abilities in their own creative way, which also ties back to the Arts/Language Arts Curriculum quite well.

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I was surprised on how relaxing this assignment was. This can be great for when students feel they need some time to relax. I love how there is not right or wrong way this allows children to express their creative side, even if they feel they aren't artistic, they will be proud of their zentangle. It encourages children to engage in the art curriculum.