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The Gift Drawings of the Shakers Lesson PlanThe Gift Drawings of the Shakers Lesson Plan
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The Gift Drawings of the Shakers

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Students create their own "gift drawings" that are inspired by the dreams and visions of the Shakers. In this gift drawings lesson plan, students learn the history of the Shakers, make their own drawing, and practice elements of design in their artwork.

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Grade
3rd - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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