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Pinwheel Modern Art Styles

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students explore artistic design by creating pin wheel models in class. In this modern art activity, students examine historic art work of Van Gogh, O'Keeffe and Mondrian before emulating their work on construction paper. Students...
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Home Child History

For Students 5th - 6th
In this Language Arts worksheet, students read about Canadian history related to the novel Home Child. Students read about the story of Canada's Home children, which began in the mid-1800's.
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Checkmate: What is the History of Chess?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Young scholars create a timeline.  In this history of chess lesson plan, students use the Internet to examine the chess history timeline.  Young scholars read books on the history of chess, answer questions and create a...
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History of Chocolate

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students research the history of chocolate.  In this timeline lesson plan, students learn about timelines and the difference between B.C. and A.D.  Students research the history of chocolate and record their findings on a...
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Kansas City History

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students conduct research and present a part of Kansas City history to the class. They develop questions and ideas to initiate and refine research. They use technological tools and other resources to locate, select and organize information.
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Intermediate Spelling-- "History"

For Students 5th - 6th
In this history terminology worksheet, students unscramble the letters in 12 words to correctly spell terms that match the dictionary definitions provided. All words pertain to history.
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European Tour: History and Tradition: Sistine Chapel

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the Sistine Chapel. In this visual arts instructional activity, students take a virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel. Students examine the scenes depicted on the chapel's ceiling and share their impressions of the artistic...
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What Is the History of the Consumption of Rice?

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders research the history of rice consumption. For this rice consumption lesson, 6th graders read a study guide and answer comprehension questions about two rice dishes and rice cultivation.
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SoHo House: A Short History

For Students 5th - 7th
In this SoHo House learning journey worksheet, students read a short history of the So Ho house and the prominent workman associated with it. They read about James Watt, William Murdoch, and Matthew Boulton.
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Communication - Found Art

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students describe the function of art in daily life in various cultures. They describe ways that works of art produce feelings that enable viewers to reflect on their own responses to art.
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Abstract Art: Line, Shape And Color

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students create abstract works of art using techniques learned from the artwork of Piet Mondrian, construction paper, pre-cut shapes, and glue in this early-elementary Art lesson. A great lesson to introduce the concept of Abstract art.
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Pop Art Ice Cream Painting

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students create paintings of ice cream treats using Pop Art as an inspiration while developing skills in painting in this 4th through 6th grade Art lesson. Included with the lesson are possible extensions and suggested evaluation rubric.
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Fusing Furniture and Asian Art

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students design furniture. For this visual arts lesson, students examine French, Chinese, and Asian art pieces. Students compare the lacquer art and apply the motifs to their lacquer panels and furniture pieces.
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Language Arts Test-Grade 1

For Students 1st
In this grade 1 language arts test instructional activity, 1st graders complete a 30 question multiple choice quiz covering a variety of grade 1 concepts. 
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Art--"Paper Pasting"--Doing Collage

For Students 4th - 6th
In this art instructional activity, students read a 1 page article on the history or art, prepare their background to making a collage, gather basic shapes, create their collage and then add in the finishing touches to them.
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Papier-mache Greek Vessels

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders create three-dimensional black and red figured Greek Vessels out of papier-mache, while researching and discussing Greek history, and myths of powerful gods and goddesses.
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Vincent Van Gogh

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
Perhaps a useful resource for an Art History course or a project on a famous figure, this standard 25 question multiple choice quiz asks factual questions about Vincent van Gogh's life such as siblings' names, the people who influenced...
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EZ Encaustics

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Have your class design a piece of art work using a canvas panel and wax. Learners employ a Greek process of art design popular in the fifth century to create their works. This is a great way to incorporate history into an art lesson.
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What the Romans Did for Us.

For Teachers 4th - 6th
What things can we attribute to the ancient Romans? Check out each of these images to find out. There are 26 slides, each containing a single image of Roman legacy that can still be seen today. Architecture, art, libraries, cats, and...
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Cosmic Mobiles: Recycled Art

For Teachers K - 2nd
If you have a little left over tinsel and aluminum foil, your class can create these fun moon and star mobiles. Poster board or recycled cardboard become your moon and stars; the tinsel gives them sparkle. This would be a great...
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Politics and Religion in 17th Century Dutch Art

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders examine different pieces of Dutch Art. They identify its social and political meanings by using cultural and historical information. They examine maps of the time period as well.
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Memory & Song, Malagan Figures from New Ireland, Papua New Guinea

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Students investigate the uses of images, shapes and colors in classic art sculptures.  In this art analysis lesson, students observe Malagan Figures, a type of sculpture from New Guinea, and describe the different ideas and images...
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Model a Famous Painting in Friendly Plastic

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Friendly Plastic is a fun art medium created by Amaco Clay Company. It is versatile and results in a beautiful end product. With this resource, young artists can recreate a famous painting using Friendly Plastic. What a fun way to study...
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Canvas Dinnerware

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Take recycling to a new height. Learners use china or plastic dinnerware from thrift stores to create great works of art.  They discuss great works of art, talk about techniques, and design their own piece.

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