My Path

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will experiment with the theme of community as they combine sensory and visual information. Students will overcome creative blocks using drawing tools and techniques to depict a map of the details in an everyday experience.

Level

Areas of Study

Community Colored Pencils Social Studies

Collections

Exploring my Community

Lesson Objectives

Students will sketch and brainstorm ideas based on sensory experiences within their community and everyday route.

Students will develop ways to represent their everyday lives using multiple perspectives.

Students will organize, draw, and label a sensory map that depicts a common personal experience.

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Teaching Strategies

Facilitate discussion on the small details that make up our everyday community/life experiences.
Explain the power of visual storytelling.
Lead discussion on sense and ways of depicting sensory information.
Lead students through brainstorming tips.

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National Standards

Create

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

10 minutes

Demonstration Time

15 minutes

Student Studio Time

2 hours

Supplies and Materials

12” x 18” drawing paper
Pencil with eraser
Rulers
Colored pencils
Markers
Sketch paper

National Standards

Create

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Steps

Sketch Route

Sketch a chosen everyday route, such as: from home to school, bedroom to car, or classroom to cafeteria.

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Instructional Materials

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The Power of Visual Storytelling

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Symbolism in Art

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Graphic Organizer

Community Connections

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All About Community

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Basic Drawing Vocabulary

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Pre-Assessment

Color Pencil Techniques Pre-Test

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Reflection

Artmaking Process Checklist

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