An introductory lesson on reading treble clef notes using the FACE and 'Every Good Boy Does Fine' mnemonics, redesigned with a purple treasure hunt theme.
A high-energy, one-hour after-school activity exploring the lives and legacies of Frida Kahlo, Maya Angelou, and Yayoi Kusama through storytelling and hands-on art stations.
A project-based lesson where students design a community seal inspired by Montana's tribal traditions, focusing on visual identity and symbolic storytelling.
A creative, structured guide for students to explore the intersection of graphic design and filmmaking, focusing on branding, character design, and visual storytelling.
The final day reviews all learned traditions and concludes with a joyful pop-up card craft to share the celebration with family or friends.
Focusing on flowers and growth, students go outside to create a community chalk garden and search for the colors of spring.
Students learn why the bunny is associated with Easter and head outdoors for a 'Spring Detective' scavenger hunt to find signs of new life in nature.
Students explore the egg as a symbol of new life and create a vibrant stained-glass style egg craft to represent the brightness of spring.
A collection of reflection prompts designed to deepen students' connection to their creative process and personal expression in the art studio.
A system for art students to track their progress toward earning Maker's Space time by practicing active listening and following directions. This lesson includes a visual tracking chart, daily warm-up slides, and clear behavioral expectations.
An immersive workshop for upper elementary and middle school students to explore poetry through writing, performance, and visual arts, fostering creative self-expression.
Synthesize learning through the study of global fusion and the creation of a collaborative world music project.
Discover the unique melodic structures, scales, and storytelling traditions of Asian and Middle Eastern music.
Explore the foundational role of percussion and polyrhythms in West African and Latin American musical traditions.
A comprehensive lesson where students explore and celebrate their unique identities through the creation of mixed-media portraits, culminating in a classroom 'Gallery of Uniqueness' that fosters empathy and community.
A deep dive into the life and works of Michelangelo Buonarroti, celebrating his birthday on March 6. Students explore the concept of a 'Renaissance Man' through his sculptures, paintings, and architecture.
A lesson designed to spark imagination and critical thinking by having students design their own superheroes and analyze the implications of various superpowers.
Students will identify and demonstrate high and low pitches using their voices, bodies, and instruments. They will practice translating visual pitch representations into sound and vice versa.
Students explore the power of audio and visuals, culminating in the creation and assembly of their digital story.
Students learn the core principles of narrative structure and translate their ideas into visual storyboards.
Guides students through researching and presenting a biography of a famous composer.
Explores the concept of dynamics through vocabulary and visual aids.
Introduces the treble clef and provides practice for identifying notes on the staff.
Focuses on the fundamentals of rhythm for 2nd graders and incorporates active movement activities suitable for Kindergarteners.
A comprehensive 60-minute introductory music lesson exploring rhythm, melody, dynamics, and tempo through the lens of a 'Sound Lab'. Students act as scientists to experiment with musical elements.
The ultimate color finale where students experiment with mixing primary colors to create a full rainbow of emotions and hues.
Go green with a look at nature, growth, and the peaceful emotions tied to this secondary (and primary-focus) favorite.
Shine bright with yellow as we discover happy sunshine, energetic feelings, and the role of yellow in color mixing.
Dive into the cool world of blue, examining calming ocean vibes, feelings of peace and sadness, and blue things in our environment.
Explore the high-energy world of red through nature, emotions like excitement and anger, and a hands-on scavenger hunt.
A 60-minute exploration into the world of theatrical costume design, featuring a simplified history of stage attire, interactive character-building games, and a hands-on design workshop for young creators.
A fun, interactive lesson introducing students to Jamaican folklore through the story of Anansi the Spider and his famously thin waist. Students will learn about trickster tales, explore Jamaican cultural motifs, and perform a short play.
A dramatic adaptation of the classic Jamaican folktale 'Anansi and the Pot of Beans,' designed for 4th-grade performance with active audience participation and rhythmic responses.