A guided research project where students explore the anatomy, history, and classification of a musical instrument of their choice.

A comprehensive 5th-grade music lesson focused on ukulele proficiency and vocal performance in preparation for a spring showcase, aligned with the Danielson Framework.

A comprehensive lesson covering the evolution of ceramics across Mesopotamia, Greece, and the Americas, paired with technical skills for working with air-dry clay including pinching, coiling, and joining techniques.

Students explore atmospheric perspective through monochromatic ink wash painting, learning to control water-to-pigment ratios to create depth and mist-filled mountain landscapes.

A 6th-grade art lesson exploring the history and symbolism of tattoo design, culminating in a personal 'Traveler's Compass' project.

A lesson exploring the evolution of English theater during the reign of King James I, focusing on stagecraft, darker themes, and the transition to indoor performance spaces.

A comparison of Shakespearean theater practices, focusing on the historical context of boy actors and social reactions to the stage across different reading levels.

A comprehensive lesson on film music focusing on iconic composers, the difference between motifs and themes, and the impact of scores in movies like Jaws and Ghostbusters.

A focused introduction to the B Major scale for beginner bassoonists. This lesson covers the complex fingerings required for five sharps and provides a daily routine for developing technical fluency and tone.

A lesson focused on the power of peer feedback in the contemporary art process, teaching students how to give and receive constructive criticism to fuel growth.

A high-energy, creative workshop for 4th-grade ESL students to explore cultural music and dance through storytelling and instrument making. Designed to be fun and engaging after state testing, focusing on oral language and creative expression.

A fun, creative lesson for 4th-grade ESL students focusing on the intersection of music, dance, and storytelling. Designed for a substitute teacher to implement after state testing, it includes a presentation, a storyboard activity, and a hands-on mask-making craft.

A 45-minute TAB-style lesson where students explore cardboard construction techniques to create sculptures that represent their personal preferences and experiences. Students practice distinguishing their artistic choices from those of their peers.

Applying color, texture, and detail using acrylics and paint markers, followed by a final project reflection.

Building the 3D form using advanced folding, scoring, and attachment techniques while practicing studio habits and perseverance.