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Lesson Plan

Description

Students will discuss Adinkra cloth from Ghana, West Africa, and analyze its design in terms of symbolism, pattern, and symmetrical balance. They will create a personally meaningful Adinkra cloth of their own.

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Areas of Study

Printmaking Fibers Balance Pattern Social Studies

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Applying Balance in Art

Lesson Objectives

Students will discuss the history of Adinkra cloth from Ghana, West Africa.

Students will analyze Adinkra cloth design in terms of symbolism, pattern, and symmetrical balance.

Students will create their own personal symbols.

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Teaching Strategies

Facilitate a discussion about Adinkra cloth made by the Asante people of Ghana.
Explain how symbolism, symmetry, and printmaking are utilized in Adinkra cloth.
Encourage students to experiment with creating various symbols that are personally meaningful to them.
Teach how to create stamps with soft linoleum blocks.

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National Standards

Create

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

15 minutes

Demonstration Time

15 minutes

Student Studio Time

3 hours

Supplies and Materials

8" x 12" cloth banners
Soft linoleum (suggested: 1 ½" x 1 ½" )
Linoleum cutting tools
Black stamp pads or tempera paint
Markers (red, green, yellow, blue)
Pencil

National Standards

Create

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Steps

Discuss Adinkra Cloth

Discuss Adinkra cloth from Ghana, West Africa. Analyze its design in terms of symbolism, pattern, and symmetrical balance.

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Adinkdra Symbols

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History of Adinkra Cloth

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Types Of Balance

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Printmaking Vocabulary

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Symbol and Pattern Planning

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A Guide For Writing Artist Statements

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Reflective Artist Statement Guide

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