A high-energy exploration of Commedia dell'Arte for 6th graders, focusing on physical archetypes, social hierarchy, and the art of 'lazzi' to understand how historical stock characters influence modern comedy.
Unit 2 of the 7th Grade Animation & Digital Production curriculum, focusing on podcasting, audio editing, legal/ethical rules, and multi-track mixing.
Unit 1: Stop-Motion Animation & Foundational Research. Students explore persistence of vision, digital research credibility, storyboarding, animation physics, and production.
A unit of humorous, educational lessons where students perform modern comedic plays about ancient pantheons. Students explore the domains, symbols, and myths of Greek and Egyptian deities while practicing reading fluency, character design, and critical analysis.
A collaborative art sequence where students create a large-scale mosaic mural to honor a retiring teacher, focusing on themes of growth, beauty, and legacy.
A sequence exploring the daily lives and creative processes of renowned artists, starting with John Byrne. Students observe artistic routines and apply those methods to their own creative practice.
A 10-day interior design unit for 7th grade focusing on the transition from structural systems to user-centered aesthetic design. Students explore the elements and principles of design through hands-on activities, culminating in a professional-style design scenario.