A comprehensive introduction to the orchestra and the Classical era for 3rd graders, covering instrument families, specific sections, key composers (Mozart and Beethoven), and the art of conducting.
A 4-day exploration of Indiana artist T.C. Steele, focusing on his Impressionist style, use of light, his role in capturing the natural beauty of the Indiana landscape, and his personal life story from Owen County to the House of the Singing Winds.
A 16-lesson sequence covering the latter half of Franz Kafka's Metamorphosis, beginning with Gregor's first injury and concluding with the family's resolution after his death. Each lesson focuses on key literary elements: Conflict, Key Details, Characterization, and Theme.
A 12-lesson unit utilizing drama and enactment techniques to deepen reading comprehension, themed around Kuwaiti heritage, global travel, healthy lifestyles, and environmental science for grades 3-8. Focused on skills in action across Before, During, and After reading phases.
A comprehensive introduction to theater for elementary students, covering acting techniques, playwriting, stage types, theater history, and technical "behind the scenes" magic. Students move from basic expression to designing and performing with confidence.
A comprehensive identity design unit where students explore the psychological and visual elements of branding, including color theory, typography, and logo composition.
A unit focused on play structure, fluency, and social-emotional problem solving through mystery-themed scripts. Students analyze plot elements while practicing performance skills.
A collection of five fractured fairy tale reader's theater scripts designed for groups of five students, focusing on fluency, expression, and creative retelling.
An intensive investigative unit on Franz Kafka's *The Metamorphosis* following the North Star/Uncommon Schools instructional model. The unit focuses on the thematic intersection of labor, identity, and dehumanization. Students analyze Gregor's alienation from his family and society through a structured rigorous framework including vocabulary acquisition, character identification, and thematic synthesis.
A comprehensive project-based unit where students develop a clothing brand from concept to technical design, focusing on visual identity, color theory, and garment construction.
A drama-focused sequence for 3rd grade that uses Mystery and Adventure plays to teach reading literature standards RL.3.1, RL.3.4, and RL.3.5. Students move from teacher modeling to independent practice using the gradual release of responsibility.
A comprehensive 2nd Grade art curriculum covering drawing, painting, mixed media, and art history over four seasonal units. Students explore core techniques through the lens of famous artists and creative play.
A one-week introductory course for 8-10 year olds exploring the major Greek Olympians through myths, constellations, and hands-on art projects. Students will discover the connections between ancient legends and the night sky.
A 2-week comprehensive unit on podcast production, focusing on the intersection of journalistic research, interviewing, and technical audio mixing using Soundtrap. Students learn to craft compelling stories through sound while mastering professional digital audio workstation (DAW) workflows.
A K-12 collaborative music video project where students across all grade levels work together to produce a 'Playing for Change' style cover of a protest song centered on equality and cultural identity. High school students lead production, while K-8 students provide the musical and visual heart of the performance.
A week-long exploration of visual arts and painting for preschool students, focusing on primary colors, textures, shapes, emotions, and exhibition.
A preschool fine arts unit focused on process art and fine motor development, where students explore different textures, tools, and movements to create without the pressure of a final product.
A four-day Mother's Day gift-making unit for grades K-3. Students will complete a worksheet, sculpt and paint clay keepsakes, and create custom gift packaging with optional beaded jewelry.
A creative exploration of graphic novel elements, focusing on visual storytelling, character depth, and symbolic representation.
A comprehensive four-week unit and independent study guide for contemporary drama. Students analyze scripts, research playwrights, design technical elements, and stage scenes for a final production portfolio.
A 3-day collaborative art project where students transform recycled materials into large-scale sculptures while applying principles of design and creative problem-solving.
A 3-day collaborative sculpture project where students transform recycled materials into massive structures while overcoming engineering challenges.
A festive art and culture sequence centered around St. Patrick's Day traditions and symbols.
A four-day music and movement unit for K-3 students focused on collaboration, rhythm, and creative choreography. Groups work together to select songs and build original dance routines.
A comprehensive 3D art unit that guides students from transforming recycled materials to mastering monumental scale, combining fine arts history with engineering and technical skill.
A four-day Easter unit for K-3 students exploring the history and symbols of Easter through hands-on crafts and outdoor movement activities. Each day focuses on a different tradition: eggs, bunnies, flowers, and community celebration.
A comprehensive exploration of world music and dance, focusing on cultural heritage, musical elements, and creative expression through drumming, melody, and global fusion.
A foundational music education series designed for early elementary students, covering rhythm, movement, note reading, dynamics, and music history.
A high school visual arts sequence focusing on mastering colored pencil techniques, specifically layering, blending, and creating three-dimensional value. Students will progress from basic mechanics to rendering realistic forms with depth and vibrancy.
A comprehensive score analysis framework for middle school band and choir ensembles that integrates music literacy with text-based evidence and academic rigor. Students learn to 'read' a musical score as a primary source document, identifying technical elements and structural patterns while providing specific citations for their findings.
A high-energy elementary music unit focusing on the fundamentals of steady beat, tempo variations, and rhythmic patterns through interactive play-alongs and movement.
Une formation pour les professeurs-documentalistes centrée sur la médiation culturelle et l'accompagnement des pratiques de lecture des adolescents. L'objectif est de concilier la réalité de l'édition actuelle avec les missions pédagogiques du CDI.
A high-energy, interactive unit focused on mastering rhythm and tempo through digital gameplay and body percussion, designed specifically for paperless classrooms.