Fifth graders explore the Italian Rensissance in this six lessons unit. The prominent citizens, the ideas, values, art, philosophy, and literature of the are seen as a rediscovery of Ancient Greek and Roman times.

Eighth graders view the movie "The Agony and the Ecstasy" or read the novel to discover details of Michelangelo's life. They paint one of the panels of the Sistine Chapel using authentic painting techniques.