BY GRADE: K-2 3-5 6-8 9-12 BY MEDIUM: Drawing Mixed Media Painting Photography Sculpture BY RELATED SUBJECT: English - Language Arts History - Social Science Mathematics Science Visual & Performing Arts --------------- Lesson Plan Title A-Z Index Lesson Plan Image Bank	Related Subjects Grades     Abstract Portrait In this two-session lesson, students will observe and experiment with color theory. The students will also compare realistic and abstract portraits. Finally, using geometric shapes the students will draw an abstract self-portrait and write a descriptive poem using similes and metaphors.   Visual & Performing Arts, English-Lanugage Arts, Mathematics CA Standards 3-5                   Color Chart In this one-session lesson, students will integrate their knowledge of geometric shapes and measuring to create a chart displaying primary and secondary colors.   Visual & Performing Arts, Mathematics, English-Language Arts CA Standards 2-4                   Elements of Visual Art In this four-session lesson, students will be able to identify the elements of art (line, shape, and texture) in works of art and will sort them into categories.   Visual & Performing Arts, English-Lanugage Arts, Mathematics CA Standards K-2                   Elements of Visual Art - Shape In this one-session lesson, students will be able to identify shapes in art. Students will then create a piece of artwork using geometric shapes.   Visual & Performing Arts, English-Language Arts, Mathematics CA Standards K-2                   Investigating Shadows In this two-session lesson, students investigate the properties of shadows. Through a series of hands-on activities, they will become familiar with the formation of shadows and understand that the shape and length of shadows are dependent upon the position of the light source.   Science, Visual & Performing Arts, Mathematics CA Standards 3-5                   Portrait in Fruit In this two-session lesson, students will examine images of portraits, and discuss the components and their significance. Students will then create a two-dimensional self-portrait in the style of Arcimboldo. The students will also write poetry and conduct a class survey about the usage of fruit and vegetables in their self-portraits.   Visual & Performing Arts, English-Language Arts, Mathematics, History-Social Science CA Standards 3-5                   Printmaking for Grades K-2 Using geometric and organic shapes, students will design and create their own stamps as well as practice the art of printmaking in this one-session lesson.   Visual & Performing Arts, Mathematics CA Standards K-2                   Think IT, Draw IT, Make IT In this one-session lesson, students will identify and describe characteristics of minimalist sculpture. Students will then work in groups to create an original minimalist sculpture, using careful written and mathematic documentation.   Visual & Performing Arts, English-Language Arts, Mathematics CA Standards 4-6                   Transforming Space Most people are familiar with artists using traditional materials to paint and sculpt with like oil paint, stone, and clay. However, many contemporary artists have been known to use unconventional art materials. Some artists use everyday objects like toothpicks, pencils, and bottles to create beautiful sculptures. In this one-session lesson, students will use an unconventional material to create installation art. The students will also identify and describe characteristics of contemporary artwork, both verbally and in writing.   Visual & Performing Arts, English-Language Arts, Mathematics CA Standards 4-6
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