Students investigate the introduction of synthesizers in the 1970s and 80s. They learn about sound wave manipulation and how electronic technology allows for music creation without traditional physical vibrations.
Exploring Hermes and Aphrodite, ending the week with a final reading sheet and a wrap-up discussion on Olympian legacies.
The stories of Apollo and Artemis, focusing on the moon, the sun, and the constellation Orion. Students will create popsicle stick constellation looms.
A focus on Athena and Ares, contrasting wisdom and war. Students will complete an Olympian Shield painting project.
Exploration of Poseidon, his domain over the sea, and the constellation Delphinus. Includes a reading sheet and discussion.
Introduction to Zeus and Hera, focusing on their roles as rulers and the constellations Aquila and Peacock. Includes a reading sheet and discussion.
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.