A fun, hands-on introduction to basic rhythmic patterns for Kindergarteners using clapping and percussion instruments. Students learn to recognize and create simple beats through call-and-response and collaborative play.
A series of rhythm reading flashcards and a teacher's guide covering basic to advanced rhythmic patterns. Activities progress from quarter notes and rests to complex sixteenth notes and triplets across multiple time signatures.
A series of music center activities for first graders to connect word syllables to rhythmic notation (Ta and Ti-Ti) through a zoo animal theme. Students will sort animal names by rhythm and create their own rhythmic patterns.
A creative art lesson inspired by 'The Dot' by Peter H. Reynolds, focusing on growth mindset and artistic experimentation. Students will learn that 'making your mark' starts with just one small step.
Learning about art galleries and preparing a final class exhibition of the week's creations.
Connecting colors to feelings and exploring how brushstrokes can express different moods.
Using geometric shapes and stamping techniques to create structured art compositions.
Exploring painting with unconventional tools like sponges, forks, and bubble wrap to create varied textures.
Introducing the building blocks of all colors: Red, Yellow, and Blue through hands-on mixing exploration.
A creative art lesson where students explore identity and diversity by creating their own mixed-up animals inspired by Eric Carle's colorful collage style. Students will learn the 'painted paper' technique to create vibrant textures.
A first-grade introduction to Australian music and culture, focusing on the didgeridoo, the folk classic 'Waltzing Matilda', and maintaining a steady beat through movement and listening.
An introductory art and nature lesson for Pre-K students exploring Claude Monet's famous 'Water Lilies' through sensory observation and creative play.
Students will use various tools like pipettes, sponges, and spray bottles to explore how paint moves on paper, focusing on the motor movements of squeezing, pinching, and pressing.
Focusing on 'The Mixed-Up Chameleon,' this lesson explores the vibrant world of colors and animal traits through layered collage and mixed-media art.
Focusing on 'The Very Busy Spider,' this lesson explores the themes of hard work and persistence while teaching students how to create tactile textures in their art using mixed media.
Focusing on 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar,' this lesson teaches students about the life cycle of a butterfly through the lens of Eric Carle's signature tissue paper collage technique.
A creative art and science lesson where second graders explore bilateral symmetry through monotype printing. Students learn about pollinator anatomy and color mixing while creating unique butterfly or moth prints.
A comprehensive introduction to the physiological and technical aspects of singing, covering vocal anatomy, breath support, vocal registers, and resonance.
A hands-on exploration of primary color mixing using colored transparencies. Students act as 'Color Chemists' to discover how layering red, blue, and yellow creates new colors.
A comprehensive lesson for high school digital art students exploring the principles of visual balance, including symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial, and crystallographic types. Students will analyze visual weight and apply these concepts to digital compositions.
High school and undergraduate students bridge the gap between digital image manipulation and traditional painting by analyzing how software filters alter color theory and recreating these effects on canvas.
A performance-based task where students adapt and perform scenes from Macbeth. It includes specific scaffolds and assessment tools designed for WIDA Level 2-3 ELLs to demonstrate growth in speaking and listening.
A cross-curricular project where students research a significant historical figure from the fields of science, civil rights, or WWII and transform their findings into a compelling 1-2 minute theatrical monologue. Students develop both historical inquiry skills and dramatic performance techniques.
This lesson explores the psychological impact of colors and how they influence human emotion and perception in art and design.
Students explore the wax-resist watercolor technique to create vibrant landscapes. This lesson introduces basic color mixing and the "magic" of how oil and water don't mix.
A comprehensive guide to understanding and applying musical tempo, covering Italian terminology, BPM, and metronome markings.
High-level planning resources and summaries for the Mother's Day unit.
Students decorate gift bags for their creations and, if time permits, bead a personalized necklace or bracelet to complete the gift set.
Students add personality and color to their dried clay creations using acrylic paints or watercolors, focusing on patterns and vibrant designs.
Students use their fine motor skills to sculpt a special clay creation, such as a pinch pot or a pendant, as a lasting gift for their mothers.
Students reflect on their mothers' unique qualities while completing and decorating an 'All About Mom' worksheet with creative details and vibrant colors.
A comprehensive set of technical drawing templates and reference guides for theatrical set design. This lesson focuses on the proscenium stage and fly system, providing students with the professional tools needed to create ground plans and elevations.
A comprehensive reading and art appreciation packet based on Michelle Palmieri's book about the artist Albrecht Dürer, designed for advanced first graders.
A comprehensive analysis of the 1963 film 'Charade', focusing on its unique blend of genres, the 'unreliable ally' motif, and the symbolic use of fashion and color. Students will explore how the film subverts noir and romantic comedy tropes while investigating the fluid nature of identity.
A deep dive into the 1963 film Charade, exploring its unique blend of romantic comedy and suspense, the fluidity of identity, and the use of visual metaphors. Students analyze genre conventions, irony, and symbolism through a cinematic lens.
A professional training session focused on transforming text-heavy PowerPoint slides into high-impact, visual-first presentations. Staff will learn principles of cognitive load, minimalist design, and visual storytelling.
A hands-on art and science lesson where 1st graders explore translucency and texture by creating tissue paper 'stained glass' windows with rough, tactile borders. Students investigate how light interacts with different materials and distinguish between smooth and textured surfaces.
An exploration of Augusto Boal's Theatre of the Oppressed, covering its historical roots in Brazil, key techniques like Forum and Image Theatre, and its ongoing role in global social justice movements.
The culminating phase where students stage a scene and compile their final production portfolio.
Students transition from analysis to design, creating set blueprints and costume concepts.