ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Exploring Art Through Descriptive Writing
Contains plans for two lessons that use the book "Anna's Art Adventure" by Bjorn Sortland to teach students to write about art descriptively. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used...
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign: Learning Musical Elements Through Listening
This is a site created for teaching children the art of listening to music. Includes sections on the elements of music, composers, and genres with more under construction.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Geometry in Dance
In this lesson, students observe symmetry, geometric shapes, and angles in two Early American dances, and then choreograph their own dance with symmetrical figures. Media and teaching materials are included.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Fractions in Music
In this lesson, students explore the relationship between fractions and musical pitch. Media resources and teaching materials are included.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Musical Fractions
In this lesson, students will explore fractions through rhythmic sequences. Media sources and teaching materials are included.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Literary Visions
Twenty-six half hour videos on literary analysis for high school students that feature authors, scholars, actors and noted critics. Topics include The Art of the Essay, Setting and Character in Short Fiction, Responding to Literature and...
Goshen College
Some Ideas About Composition and Design
Starts with explaining visual elements, goes through design principles, balance, visual effects, and more. Teaching tips included too.
The National Gallery (UK)
National Gallery, London: Teacher's Notes Touring Partnership Exhibition
Five paintings and their artists are discussed in these notes. Also included are some suggestions on using the painting in the primary classroom, ideas for activities and cross-curricular links.