Finalizing sculptures with a focus on unity and variety, followed by a gallery walk and self-reflection.

The construction phase where teams focus on structural balance and collaborative assembly of their recycled sculptures.

Introduction to the project, material collection via the letter home, and initial collaborative brainstorming and blueprinting.

Final touches, naming, and a gallery walk to reflect on the creative process and problem-solving journey.

The core construction phase where students face structural failures and collaborate on creative solutions.

Teams form, explore materials, and create structural blueprints for their recycled sculptures.

A middle school art lesson where students explore how different artistic styles communicate distinct messages using a single subject. Students create three versions of a tree and defend their stylistic choices based on their intended emotional or conceptual goal.

An introduction to the vibrant musical traditions of West Africa, focusing on iconic percussion and melodic instruments like the djembe, kora, and talking drum.

A deep dive into musical volume, covering Italian dynamic markings from pianissimo to fortissimo, plus gradual and sudden changes like crescendo and sforzando.

A comprehensive look at musical distance (Intervals) followed by a final studio review and assessment of all core concepts.

Focuses on the pulse of music (Tempo) and the character of individual notes (Articulation), exploring how speed and shape define musical style.

A comprehensive lesson exploring the life, music, and legacy of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, designed for a 45-minute middle school music appreciation class. Students will engage with a visual presentation, interactive doodle notes, and a concluding exit ticket.