Lesson Plans - Subject: Mathematics
Abstract Portrait
In this two-session lesson, students will observe and experiment with color theory. The students will also compare realistic and abstract portraits. Finally, using geometric shapes the students will draw an abstract self-portrait and write a descriptive poem using similes and metaphors.
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Medium: Drawing
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Mathematics, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 2 X 50 minute sessions
Color Chart
In this one-session lesson, students will integrate their knowledge of geometric shapes and measuring to create a chart displaying primary and secondary colors.
Grades: 2, 3, 4
Medium: Painting
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Mathematics, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 50 minute session
Elements of Visual Art
In this four-session lesson, students will be able to identify the elements of art (line, shape, and texture) in works of art and will sort them into categories.
Grades: K, 1, 2
Medium: Drawing, Painting
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Mathematics, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 2 X 40 minute sessions
Elements of Visual Art - Shape
In this one-session lesson, students will be able to identify shapes in art. Students will then create a piece of artwork using geometric shapes.
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3
Medium: Mixed Media
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, Mathematics, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 1 X 40 minute session
Portrait in Fruit
Giuseppe Arcimboldo (1527-1593) was born in Milan, Italy. He is most famous for his paintings completed for the Hapsburg Court of Vienna between 1562 and 1587. His distinctive style combined fruit, vegetables, meat, and other organic objects in the form of the human face.
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3
Medium: Drawing
Related Subjects: English - Language Arts, History - Social Science, Mathematics, Visual & Performing Arts
Time: 2 X 40 minute sessions
