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Studying Haring's Public Mural: "Crack is Wack" Lesson PlanStudying Haring's Public Mural: "Crack is Wack" Lesson Plan
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Studying Haring's Public Mural: "Crack is Wack"

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Students examine and discuss Keith Haring's mural, Crack is Wack, and his political and personal motivations to create the mural. They plan, design and create a mural that addresses social issues.

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Grade
4th - 8th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Project-Based Learning

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