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Freedom Cover Stories

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will analyze magazine covers to identify elements of design and interpret the imagery used by artists to communicate stories of freedom. They will then design their own magazine covers with imagery that reflects their definition of freedom.

Level

Beginner

Areas of Study

IdentityCommunityColored PencilsMarkersSocial Studies

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Freedom and Social Change

Lesson Objectives

Students will explore the work of Kadir Nelson, Norman Rockwell, and others.

Students will identify artists’ use of the elements of art.

Students will interpret the imagery and messages from various publication covers.

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Teaching Strategies

  • Introduce magazine covers from artists, such as Kadir Nelson and Norman Rockell, that relate to the theme of freedom.
  • Guide students in identifying specific elements of art.
  • Facilitate a discussion of comparing and contrasting the artwork and students’ interpretations.
  • Discuss the selection of imagery that communicates the theme of freedom.

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National Standards

Create

Brainstorm multiple approaches to a creative art or design problem.

VA:Cr1.1.4a

Revise artwork in progress on the basis of insights gained through peer discussion.

VA:Cr3.1.4a

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

25 minutes

Demonstration Time

25 minutes

Student Studio Time

2 hours and 15 minutes

Supplies and Materials

  • 9" x 12" drawing paper
  • Sketchbook or sketch paper
  • Pencil and eraser
  • Ruler
  • Colored pencils
  • Markers
  • Ballpoint pens

National Standards

Create

Brainstorm multiple approaches to a creative art or design problem.

VA:Cr1.1.4a

Revise artwork in progress on the basis of insights gained through peer discussion.

VA:Cr3.1.4a

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Steps

Analyze the Elements and Messages in Art

Discuss how artists use the elements of art to communicate ideas. Complete the Visual Elements worksheet.

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Instructional Materials

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The Elements of Art

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The Elements of Art - FLEX Assessment

The Elements of Art

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Artist Bio

Kadir Nelson

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  • Pre-K to 3rd Grade
  • FLEX 3rd Grade - 1st Edition Scope and Sequence (Copy)
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  • Drawing I - Sample Class (Copy)
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  • Beginning Exercises
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Kadir Nelson - FLEX Assessment

Kadir Nelson

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Artist Bio

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IdentityCommunityPortraitDrawingAcrylicContemporary ArtSocial Studies

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Worksheet

Visual Elements

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  • Drawing I - Sample Class (Copy)
  • Still Life
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  • Architecture
  • Beginning Exercises
  • Community
  • Identity
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Visual Elements - FLEX Assessment

Visual Elements

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Worksheet

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ColorSocial and Emotional

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Methods for Analyzing Art

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Artist Bio

Norman Rockwell

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Norman Rockwell - FLEX Assessment

Norman Rockwell

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CommunityDrawing

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Art History in the Elementary Art Room Art History in the Secondary Art Room

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Artist Statement Flow Chart

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Showcasing Student Artwork

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Worksheet

Brainstorming Freedom

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Brainstorming Freedom

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Critique Guide: I Wonder

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