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Historical Witness: Social Messaging

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students examine the persuasive techniques of leaders. In this propaganda lesson, students discover the practices that Louis XIV and Caligula used to persuade others. Students watch "The Merchants of Cool" and discuss propaganda used...
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Looking and Learning in the Art Museum

For Teachers 7th - Higher Ed
Young art historians review the elements of art by studying a reproduction of a work of art from a museum visit. They explain the difference between looking at a reproduction of a work of art and looking at the original...
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What does it mean to be American?

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students create a mural depicting what it means to be an American. In this being American lesson plan, students pull out magazine ads that depict what it means to be an American, then they make a mural out of it, and finally they present...
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Know Your 13 Colonies

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study the thirteen colonies.  In this American History lesson, 7th graders analyze the historical origins and economic development of each colony.  Students create an original flag for a colony that reflects the...
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Khamsa Good Luck Hands

For Teachers K
Students study the use of symbols in cultural art and create a collage of their hand prints. In this symbolism and art activity, students learn about the use of symbolism in cultural art by studying the Moroccan art design called a...
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Vishal Ramani & Shri Krupa Dance Foundation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study the art of Bharata Natyam Indian dance. In this Indian dance lesson plan, students read text about Indian dance Bharata Natyam dance. Students may create their own dance and a television story about the topic.
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The Most American Thing in America: The Chautauqua

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils explore the Chautauqua movement. In this Pennsylvania history lesson, students use primary documents to explore what the Chautauqua was and how it made a difference in the American way of life.
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Adinkra Printed Textiles

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners examine printed textiles that commemorate events, people, and objectives. In this Adinkra printed textile lesson, students explore Africa as they discover the patterns and techniques for creating Adinkra symbols on textile....
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Ancient Origins: The Role of Archaeology in Reconstructing the Past

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students read information about the ancient origins of art and archaeology with a focus on the Malian culture. In this art origins lesson, students read background information for the topic and compare ancient and contemporary objects....
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Political Cartoons as Part of the Election Process

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars explore the impact of political cartoons on American elections. In this presidential elections lesson, students discuss the election process and then analyze political cartoons that were published during presidential...
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Personal Clay Box

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders discover how to assemble and finish a lidded box-like form from slabs of clay between soft and leather hard. They gain an appreciation for ceramic art.
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Expressive Linear Sculpture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students develop skill in utilizing line in a 3 dimensional context. They explore a variety of techniques for mounting sculptures to a base.
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Genetic Health Forum (G.H.F.)

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students achieve a week long activity in preparation for a group presentation on a human genetic condition
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VH1 Road to Fame: Harry Connick Jr.

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine musicians of the past and examine their music.
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Celebrating Diversity

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students gain a better understanding about cultures. They find similarities and differences between cultures. Various resources ranging from web sites to trade books to email addresses of people are provided. This lesson incorporates...
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The Civil War

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders study selected prints and/or photos and consider how Americans of the 19th century chose to present themselves to other Americans and the world by means of visual images. They share their observations and opinions.
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Cows on Parade

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students use assorted drawing materials and sheets from a cow shaped pad to create a unique, bright, colorful cows.
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Shaping Ideas: Symbolism in Sculpture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students participate in a class critique of the symbolic sculptures they created. They critique the work of their peers by responding to questions about the symbolic content and applying criteria for sculpture.
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The Lost Frescoes

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students explore the life and art of Giotto and his use of perspective in his drawings. They then write a short paper about how political support needs to be generated for community action to save objects of art. They investigate what...
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Writing a Criticism

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners view various paintings and write down the adjectives that come to mind. Using the painting, they use information from a previous activity to write their own critique or point of view. They share their writings with the class.
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The Impact of the Railroad on Western Settlement

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders utilize a painting to explore the effects of the railroads on the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They discover how art can reflect the mood and spirit of the time in which they are created.
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Exploring Commerce and the High Seas in the 1700s

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders develop an understanding of the importance of the shipping industry in commerce in the late 1700s.
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From the Kitchen Table to the House of Commons

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine cartoons that include caricatures of all leaders of federal parties.
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Be A Curator -- Have an Art Show

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students examine the role of an art curator. They use any artwork they have done throughout the year and create an art show. They create an invitation to hand out to parents.

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