Art and Math for the New Year: 3D Calendar Project
Isn’t it beautiful when math and art come together? This creative New Year’s project blends geometry, design, and thoughtful gift-giving into one unforgettable experience! Students will color, cut, fold, and glue or tape their way to a useable 3D calendar—a perfect blend of precision and personal expression.
 
Add your favorite art medium—markers, watercolor, colored pencil, or collage—to make each calendar unique. Printed on cardstock, these hold up well and look beautiful when displayed. We especially love using watercolor for a soft, stunning effec
Ideal for upper elementary through high school, these make fantastic handmade gifts. My older students loved creating them for teachers, friends, and family members—a useful and heartfelt way to ring in the year 2026.