Animal Connection Guide
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Students will construct an animal armature out of thin cardboard and take photographs of their work daily to document the process of creating. Students will participate in a peer critique and discuss in large groups where the artworks could be displayed and how.
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Lesson Objectives
Students will create a sculpture of an animal utilizing the notch method.
Students will document the process from the beginning to the end.
Students will collaborate with classmates to develop a way to display the artwork they have created.
Teaching Strategies
- Demonstrate how to use a variety of tools and methods to create a sculpture of an animal with cardboard.
- Guide students in documenting their work as it progresses.
- Assist students as they collaborate to display their final work.
- Facilitate both midpoint and final critiques of artwork.
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Engage in constructive critique with peers, then reflect on, re-engage, revise, and refine works of art and design in response to personal artistic vision.
VA:Cr3.1.IIaEngage in constructive critique with peers, then reflect on, reengage, revise, and refine works of art and design in response to personal artistic vision.
Acc.VA:Cr3Time Requirements
Teacher Prep Time
15 minutes
Demonstration Time
15 minutes
Student Studio Time
3 hours and 20 minutes
Supplies and Materials
- Thin cardboard (empty cereal/food boxes)
- Scissors
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Paper
- Picture-taking device
National Standards
Create
Engage in constructive critique with peers, then reflect on, re-engage, revise, and refine works of art and design in response to personal artistic vision.
VA:Cr3.1.IIaEngage in constructive critique with peers, then reflect on, reengage, revise, and refine works of art and design in response to personal artistic vision.
Acc.VA:Cr3
Steps
Research Animals
Discuss different animals and their strengths and weaknesses. Research which animals are strong, graceful, smart, and/or fast.
Make a connection with one specific animal.
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