Two for One

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will explore pamphlet binding books by creating their own two-hole book using recycled paper bags. They will design their own unique covers using paint and various texture tools.

Level

Areas of Study

Bookmaking Mixed Media Form

Collections

Sewn Books

Lesson Objectives

Students will explore the use of recycled materials in artmaking.

Students will examine the history of books and the reasons people make them.

Students will demonstrate proper use of bookbinding tools and vocabulary.

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Teaching Strategies

Introduce students to bookmaking showing the history of the pamphlet.
Guide discussion about the use of books and what can be used to create them.
Facilitate texture exploration as students design and paint their covers.
Demonstrate how to accurately fold paper with bone folders and punch holes safely.

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National Standards

Create

Make art or design with various materials and tools to explore personal interests, questions, and curiosity.

Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.

Repurpose objects to make something new.

VA:Cr2.3.2a

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

30 minutes

Demonstration Time

30 minutes

Student Studio Time

40 minutes

Supplies and Materials

Large paper bags cut to 9x12” sheets
9x12” cover paper
Tempera or acrylic paint
Paintbrushes & texture tools
Bone folders & binder clips
Hole puncher or screw puncher
Plastic needles & twine or yarn
Scissors

National Standards

Create

Make art or design with various materials and tools to explore personal interests, questions, and curiosity.

Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.

Repurpose objects to make something new.

VA:Cr2.3.2a

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Steps

Review Bookmaking

Review the history and structure of a pamphlet book. Discuss the use of books and what can be used to create them.

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Instructional Materials

Lists

Bookbinding Vocabulary

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Anchor Chart

Pamphlet Book

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Reference

Creative Covers

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Reflection

Before and After: Self Assessment & Reflection

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