Students explore the different parts of the human brain and how they work together to control thoughts, feelings, and movements through a fun performance script.
A hands-on introductory lesson to the traditional art of coil basketry using paper coils and yarn. Students master the rhythmic technique of wrapping and stitching to create a functional, decorative vessel.
A collaborative art project where students navigate financial constraints to create high-quality mixed media sculptures, mimicking real-world commission and grant structures.
A practical and humorous script where characters use the STEP problem-solving method to navigate a playground disagreement.
Inspired by the themes of 'Love That Dog', students perform a script about discovering the power and freedom of writing poetry.
A readers theater script featuring an armadillo, a springbok, and a monarch butterfly demonstrating their unique survival strategies.
A project-based lesson where students design a community seal inspired by Montana's tribal traditions, focusing on visual identity and symbolic storytelling.
Students examine Red Skelton's later life, including his painting and his "Pledge of Allegiance" recording. The lesson concludes with creative activities where students design their own magazine covers and write scripts.
An in-depth look at Red Skelton's radio and television career, focusing on his creation of iconic characters like Clem Kadiddlehopper and Freddie the Freeloader. Students analyze character traits and performance styles.
Students explore Red Skelton's early childhood in Vincennes, Indiana, and his rise through the circus and vaudeville circuits. The lesson focuses on historical context and biographical details.
A multi-day creative project where students design and construct their own 'Fuggler-style' monsters using felt, clay, and buttons, focusing on design planning and introductory hand-stitching techniques.
An introduction to the three primary styles of Ancient Greek pottery: Geometric, Black-figure, and Red-figure. Students read about the history and techniques before creating their own scratch board art.
A three-session art lesson exploring the history and technique of caricature drawing, focusing on feature exaggeration and the use of graphite and markers.
A comprehensive lesson on Keith Haring's Pop Art style, featuring a reading passage, comprehension questions, and a themed crossword puzzle.
A lesson exploring the life and iconic symbols of Keith Haring, focusing on his 'Radiant Baby' and the impact of Pop Art in public spaces.
A dynamic art lesson exploring Keith Haring's iconic style, focusing on the use of bold lines and movement markers to create energetic Pop Art. Students will read about his life, analyze his techniques, and master Pop Art vocabulary through a crossword puzzle.
A complete bulletin board kit featuring vibrant, rainbow-themed musical elements and diverse student illustrations to celebrate music as a universal language.
A deep dive into the life of T.C. Steele, from his childhood in Owen County to his legacy as Indiana's most famous painter, featuring a reading passage and comprehension check.
Students apply Impressionist techniques to create their own Indiana landscape inspired by the House of the Singing Winds.
A deep dive into how T.C. Steele captured the changing light and seasons of Brown County through color and brushwork.
An introduction to T.C. Steele, the Hoosier Group, and the basics of Impressionism, including the 'en plein air' technique.
A high-energy drama and literacy lesson focused on prosody, tone, and vocal expression. Students practice reading the same sentence in various moods to discover how delivery changes meaning.
Students learn basic architectural depth and 3D modeling by designing and building a room interior using cardboard. This lesson covers planning, structural construction, and adding detail to create a sense of space.
A hands-on guide to mastering four essential weaving techniques on a cardboard notch loom, featuring step-by-step instructions and visual patterns.
A creative ELA and arts lesson where students analyze classical paintings and reimagine them using modern themes and media to build visual literacy.
A beginner's introduction to the art of origami, focusing on three simple projects: a heart, a dog face, and a butterfly. Perfect for building fine motor skills and patience through paper folding.
A creative crafting lesson where students design and build a personalized paper flower bouquet for Mother's Day, focusing on fine motor skills and thoughtful expression.
Students explore the art of conducting, learning to lead an ensemble through 4/4 and 3/4 time signatures while controlling dynamics and tempo with physical gestures. This lesson emphasizes leadership, non-verbal communication, and collaborative music-making.
A primary art lesson introducing Impressionism through the works of Claude Monet. Students explore light, color mixing, and dappled textures using finger painting and sponge techniques to create their own garden masterpieces.
An interdisciplinary ELA and Art lesson where students explore the changing seasons of New England through sensory poetry and watercolor painting techniques. Students will learn to translate sensory observations into descriptive language and visual art.