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Middle school visual arts cultural activity microsofts
Alebrijes Mexican Folk Art: Cultural Reading (English version) SUB PLAN
This 3-page file includes:~A reading that describes the history of Alebrijes, a Mexican Folk Art Tradition begun in the 1930s by Pedro Linares. It discusses the various materials used to create these fantastical animals as well as the importance of the Oaxaca region in Mexican Art. Also included is a paragraph on the annual parade of Alebrijes in Mexico City as well as a similar type of art created by the local indigenous Zapotec people made from the copal tree.~A worksheet with 10 reading compr
Grades:
6th - 10th
India! Diwali Bundle Packet—Lesson, Story of Prince Rama, Worksheets, 3 Crafts
This is an all-encompassing BUNDLE that teaches young students how Indians authentically celebrate their country’s biggest festival of the year, Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Includes lessons, worksheets, and three crafts!INDIA! Diwali, Bundle Packet includes the following, all as Adobe files:Lesson - introduction to Diwali, history, background, and celebrations; provided in a slideshow format to show images to students (no need to print)Story of Prince Rama - abridged version of one of Hindu
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K - 6th
Frida Kahlo Art History and Self-Portrait Project
Frida Kahlo was a famous 20th century artist from Mexico; she was a strong woman who painted many self-portraits to express herself and represent the world around her. She painted many of her pets in her self-portraits, including monkeys! Frida Kahlo also married muralist Diego Rivera and spent some time in the United States of America. Professional artists and students alike can relate to Kahlo because she overcame many obstacles, her artwork is easy to identify, and she inspires many through h
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Women Artists Bundle
South Africa! Ndebele Community—Lesson, “Painted” House Craft w Geometry
Introduce students to the Ndebele community of South Africa, and learn how this small community is famous for its beadwork, attire, and painted houses! This product includes the following, all as Adobe files:An images file in a slideshow format with embedded lessons on each slide. Lessons explore the Ndebele community and the heritage they display in their arts and crafts. There is no printout needed.An art project with step-by-step instructions for making an Ndebele painted house, full of color
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K - 8th
Also included in: South Africa! The BIG Bundle Grades 3 to 5—Crafts, Lessons & Activities
Papel Amate Bark Painting Lesson - Hispanic Heritage Month Art Lesson
This painting art lesson is perfect to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with middle school art students. The student will demonstrate knowledge of Papel Amate Bark Painting processes by simulating the color and texture of the paper and producing a visual representation of Papel Amate Bark Painting using similar colors, symbols and subject matter. The student will also explore the history of Papel Amate Paintings, and analyze unique characteristics and styles used by the artists of Latin America
Grades:
4th - 11th
Cave Art Paintings of Lascaux
Students will learn about the exciting history of the Paleolithic cave paintings in Lascaux, France. This would be a good lesson to use when studying France or when making cave art reproductions. Included is:
-a map of the location
-visual examples of cave painting
-historical photographs and information on how the caves were discovered in 1940
-a description of why the cave paintings are deteriorating today and what art restorers are doing about it
-pictures of Lascaux II
-fun facts
-techniqu
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Grades:
4th - 9th
Christmas in Mexico! Two Parts Include Lesson + Stations - Crafts, Mini Booklet
Christmas in Mexico! Lesson + Learning Stations is a look at the festive Christmas season in Mexico. Celebrations for Las Posadas, Noche Buena (Christmas Eve), and Dia de Los Reyes (Three Kings Day) are all covered in a fun, comprehensive lesson with accompanying authentic images and videos. As part of the festivities, students will make two easy crafts: a Christmas star piñata ornament that encompasses the symbolism of the piñata, and a Farolito luminaire that is introduced during the Christma
Grades:
2nd - 6th
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Slide Show and Art Project
Celebrate December with this inclusive slide show on Our Lady of Guadalupe and the miracle that Juan Diego witnessed in Mexico 500 years ago. The slide show also includes a section on Aztec culture and Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire to give students background on how the miracle affected relations between the two warring cultures. Other slides illustrate and discuss some 20 symbols and miraculous features of the tilma that Juan Diego used to gather roses in. A simple art project is also i
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Grades:
1st - 8th
Canadian Indigenous Visual Art! First Nations- BUNDLE! K, Grade 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Social Distancing Friendly, Distance Learning FriendlyCanadian Indigenous X-Ray / Woodlands Style of ArtNine templates. One for each grade. (Grades 1-9 or K-8 or let your class have the choice between animals) - Print on 11x17" paperActivity: Students make creative response to the works of such Canadian Indigenous Artists as - Norval Morrisseau, Daphne Odjig, Carl Rae, etc. Background: This X-Ray style originated with Norval Morrisseau, an Anishnaabe shaman artist. He has been credited with cre
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PreK - 12th
Piñata Sculpture Project - Middle & High School 3D Art - Engaging Activity
In this engaging pinata sculpture project, students will create their very own 3D pinata following along step-by-step with a visual guide. This project requires a limited budget, have your students bring in cereal boxes, grab some masking tape and scissors, and you are good to go! This project works very well with middle school students and would work with high school students as well!This project is ready to use in the classroom face-to-face, or virtually with Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Art Bundle - Growing Bundle!
Molas from Panama-Applique Art
This 20 slide Power Point presentation opens the world of molas to your student. It begins with a 5 slide geography lesson on the location of the San Blas islands where the Kuna Indians live and create their art. We then learn about life as a mola artist and see examples of their art. As we explore the molas we see the different subject matter used and observe design possibilities. It is formatted to be interactive to engage the student.
This leads well into a mola project where you focus on th
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Grades:
3rd - 7th
Copper Thunderbird - Canadian Indigenous Art Lesson - Truth and Reconciliation
This lesson discusses Indigenous Canadian artist Norval Morrisseau or Copper Thunderbird. I developed this lesson, with history on the artist, to connect to Orange Shirt day (Truth and Reconciliation) in my classroom. History can be edited to make it appropriate for younger grades. Lesson can be adapted in many ways with the conclusive activity. Some slides have additional links for further information. Enjoy!
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5th - 12th
Also included in: Art Lesson Bundle
India! Holi Festival Bundle—Lesson, 2 Crafts, Blow w Straws, Photo Collage
Introduce your students to India's spring festival of Holi, the Festival of Colors! Includes lessons and 2 very fun crafts that capture the essence of celebrating Holi! In many parts of India, this is the second largest festival celebrated annually, behind only Diwali, India’s Festival of Lights. This bundled product includes the following, all as Adobe files:Introduction Lesson - Background on this festival that originated in ancient India; with plenty of images Day 1 | Holika Dahan Lesson
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Grades:
K - 8th
Kabuki Theater & Mask Project
This is a 18 slide Power Point that introduces students to Japanese Kabuki Theater. It contains a page that tells students about color representation of the make up the actors wear. There are 2 slides at the end that cover tips on making a paper mache Kabuki mask and a page that gives a brief outline of the project. This project should take 3 - 4 50 minute classes. This project was designed for a summer fun camp that focused on Japan. Students loved learning about Kabuki theater and making the
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
Aboriginal People of Australia | Lesson + Didgeridoo Craft + Boomerang Craft
Aboriginal People of Australia introduces students in grades 3 - 6 to Australia’s first people by examining Aboriginal history and culture. Students will view and interpret Aboriginal rock art, meet Mungo Man, discover the deep relationship the Aboriginal people have with nature expressed through music, dance, art, and storytelling, and learn about some amazing and smart inventions. Aboriginal cultural traditions are among the oldest in the history of man and many of their rituals and traditions
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Australia! The BIG Bundle Grades 3 to 5—Crafts, Lessons & Activities
Ned Kelly - Australian Bushranger | Lesson + Art Project + No Prep Mini Craft
Ned Kelly – Australia’s Most Infamous Bushranger introduces students, Grades 3 - 6, to the “naughty boy of Australian history” with an engaging lesson and includes an art project based on Australian artist Sidney Nolan’s famous Ned Kelly series. The lesson tells the history of Kelly and contemplates the evolution of Kelly as a folk hero and integral character in Australian history. From his early troubles with the law to his iconic homemade armor and eventual capture, Ned Kelly’s story is an un
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Greek Art & Architecture Powerpoint and Handout Bundle
Architecture/Greek Art and Architecture Bundle - PowerPoint and handoutGreek Art and Architecture has been an incredible influence in Western Art. These PowerPoints explore the achievements of Greek Art and highlights the key works that changed the history of art.2 Art History PowerPoints- 1 Greek Architecture(24 slides)Architecture- Ancient GreekI love Ancient Greek Architecture! Who doesn't love great architecture!?Architecture - Greek PowerPoint is a great instructional resource for the art
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Culture: Famous Spanish artists and paintings - English
This differentiated cultural activity allows students to view images of 8 different famous paintings by Spanish-speaking artists, and choose 4 that interest them to research further. Each picture is linked to a short video describing the painting with 4 questions. I deliberately chose videos rather than readings so that students cannot just copy and paste! The videos and questions are in English, so students can easily complete them independently. Click here for the Spanish version for more adva
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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Architecture Bundle
Architecture Bundle Included in Architecture Bundle:Architecture! Architecture! More Architecture!!!!This bundle has eight fabulous powerpoints and Four handouts on various topics!!!!!Great for art, art history, and history lessons.Architecture PowerPoint #1- WrightModern Architecture legend Frank Lloyd Wright is featured in this PowerPoint. Great for art, art history, or history classes. This presentation covers all the important works of Wright's career!(15 slides)Architecture PowerPoint #2-
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Japanese Pop Art:Murakami PowerPoint
Japanese Pop Art:Murakami PowerPointEnjoy this fabulous 29 slide Powerpoint about Japanese pop artist Takashi Murakami! Introduce your students to this modern master! Murakami combines anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture to make amazing art!. Use this PowerPoint for:Visual Art ClassArt HistoryAsian CultureLooking for a lesson plan/project that use Art history and Surrealism? Want a fun lesson on Surrealism? Try this:Surreal Eye Art LessonNeed a greet Handout on Magritte? Try this:All About Ma
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Oscar Howe: Native American Style Art Project
When creating a diverse and inclusive art curriculum in the United States, it is important to include Native American artists. Oscar Howe is one of the most famous South Dakota artists, and he was Yanktonai Dakota (Sioux). He was influential to help bridge Native American art and Modern art. He was a professor at the University of South Dakota, which currently holds the largest collection of his artwork.The Oscar Howe: Native American Style Art Project includes a 3 page PDF lesson plan that prov
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Seven Sacred Teachings for Social Emotional Learning - Honesty
This Indigenous (Aboriginal, First Peoples, First Nations) lesson and art craftivity flipbook project on Honesty is a meaningful package that blends the Indigenous Seven Sacred Teachings, also known as the Seven Grandfather Teachings, with Social Emotional Learning (SEL).This resource engages students to explore what the Indigenous value of honesty means, and allows students to understand themselves better, become more confident, and honest.What You Get:7 Slides/PowerPoint Lesson (Including PDF
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Also included in: Indigenous ALL YEAR Social Studies History & Culture Mega Bundle
The Art of Kente Cloth
Teaching students about Kente Cloth is a great way to integrate Character Education through the meaning of its colors. Students are able to learn through this presentation through response to questions related color meaning, and recalling the origins of Kente Cloth, also view multiple designs to get ideas for developing their own designs.Some of the slides are animated, allowing students to recall what they have learned about the colors, In this, they use 'I am" statements to raise esteem becaus
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Introduction to Aboriginal Art
This is a PDF Presentation that contains images and factual information about the folkart, history, and life of the Aboriginal People.
There is one worksheet of the symbols and designs used in the dot paintings the aboriginal people create in addition to the meanings of each symbol. These worksheets can be distributed to students for an art lesson or writing prompt. There is also a quiz/fill in the blanks worksheet in addition to a teacher answer worksheet. This is a great package that you can
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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