For the past 69 years, the La Cañada Valley Sun has invited fifth-graders — who are learning about early American history in their local school classrooms — to explore the theme “Thanksgiving in America” through art in an annual Thanksgiving Art Contest. Third place, General Excellence, Angel Song, Mrs. Fuelling, La Cañada Elementary. (Courtesy of La Cañada Elementary School)Tena Ahn, a La Cañada Elementary School fifth-grader from Barb Drange’s class, received the top award this year for a hand-painted piece that encapsulated several contest themes into one beautifully rendered design. AdvertisementMost Humorous, Akhilesh Kumar, Mrs. Franz, La Cañada Elementary. (Courtesy of La Cañada Elementary School)Support our coverage by becoming a digital subscriber.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 28, 2019 14:03 UTC