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The Sistine Chapel Painting Project

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Eighth graders view the movie "The Agony and the Ecstasy" or read the novel to discover details of Michelangelo's life. They paint one of the panels of the Sistine Chapel using authentic painting techniques.

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Grade
8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
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Video
Year
2000
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