Jewelry Fusion

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will research the present-day use of plastic bag production and the implications they have on the environment. Using recycled plastic bags, students will create an avant-garde statement necklace.

Level

Advanced

Areas of Study

Nature Mixed Media Science STEAM

Collections

Sustainability

Lesson Objectives

Students will investigate the implications of plastic bag use on the environment.

Students will devise and analyze solutions for plastic use through contemporary art and design.

Students will learn how non-traditional materials, like plastic, can be used for art.

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Teaching Strategies

Explain the implications of plastic bag use on the environment.
Consider and suggest solutions for plastic use through contemporary art and design.
Explain how non-traditional materials, like plastic, can be used for art.
Introduce avant-garde fashion and accessories.

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National Standards

Create

Shape an artistic investigation of an aspect of present-day life using a contemporary practice of art or design.

VA:Cr1.2.Ia

Explain how traditional and non- traditional materials may impact human health and the environment and demonstrate safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment.

VA:Cr2.2.Ia

Shape an artistic investigation of an aspect of present day life using a contemporary practice of art or design.

Prof.VA:Cr1.2

Explain how traditional and nontraditional materials may impact human health and the environment and demonstrate safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment.

Prof.VA:Cr2.2

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

30 minutes

Demonstration Time

30 minutes

Student Studio Time

5 hours

Supplies and Materials

Recycled plastic bags
Iron and parchment paper
Wire and pliers
Scissors
Adhesive
Sewing supplies
String or ribbon
Necklace clasp

National Standards

Create

Shape an artistic investigation of an aspect of present-day life using a contemporary practice of art or design.

VA:Cr1.2.Ia

Explain how traditional and non- traditional materials may impact human health and the environment and demonstrate safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment.

VA:Cr2.2.Ia

Shape an artistic investigation of an aspect of present day life using a contemporary practice of art or design.

Prof.VA:Cr1.2

Explain how traditional and nontraditional materials may impact human health and the environment and demonstrate safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment.

Prof.VA:Cr2.2

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Steps

Investigate

Investigate the implications of plastic bag use on the environment. Consider and suggest solutions for plastic use through contemporary art and design.

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