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Historical Narrative Using Silhouettes Lesson PlanHistorical Narrative Using Silhouettes Lesson Plan
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Incredible Art
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8th - 10th
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Historical Narrative Using Silhouettes

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Connect art and history with a series of activities inspired by the work of contemporary artist, Kara Walker. After watching an Art 21 video about Walker and examining the images in a PowerPoint presentation, class members use silhouettes to craft a visual narrative of a historic event.

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kara walker, contemporary artists, visual and performing arts

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