A focus on Louis Armstrong as a vocalist and trumpeter. Students learn about the role of the soloist in jazz and how personality shines through instrumental music.
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 lesson introducing 3rd grade students to the Benny Goodman Trio, exploring the genre of swing jazz, key vocabulary, and the historical significance of the group's integration.
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.