Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mind-Blowing Glass

For Teachers 1st - 12th
Learners explore and study the life and art of internationally know glass sculptor, Dale Chihuly. They recognize organic forms in her massive body of blown-glass work and create an organic sculpture of their own utilizing her style of...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dale Chihuly

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the characteristics and makeup of glass. In groups, they research the life and work of Dale Chihuly and how he used glass to create his artwork. They answer discussion questions on different pieces of art and share their...
Lesson Plan
Children's Museum

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis: Fireworks of Glass: The Art of Dale Chihuly

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Explore the ancient process of glassblowing and the science behind the art. Students will create their own sculptures, plan installations, and study renowned artist Dale Chihuly.
Website
Other

Chihuly: The Nature of Glass

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is the official site for glass artist Dale Chihuly. View breathtaking images of his work. See everything from videos, installations, drawings, and glassworks. Read Chihuly's biography here as well.
Handout
Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian American Art Museum: Dale Chihuly

For Students 9th - 10th
Dale Chihuly is profiled at this site in a format that begins with a brief biographical sketch of his life. His works are then listed by appearance in the museum's database. Each work is presented in thumbnail format with brief...
Activity
South Carolina Educational Television

Etv: Artopia: Sculpture Critic: Lap Pool by Dale Chihuly

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource about the sculpture Lap Pool by Dale Chihuly. Includes an image of the sculpture, a suggested art activity in text and audio, links for more information about the sculpture and artist as well as a link to "Do More", a place to...
Graphic
Curated OER

Dale Chihuly

For Students Pre-K - 1st
An image of Dale Chihuly.