Literacy Classroom Connections
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At each grade level I use literacy to supplement my art lessons.
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Examples include:
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Using brainstorming prompts and graphic organizers
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Artist statements and reflections
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Using poetry and written prompts for creating artwork
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Using book clubs and the classroom library
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Using Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) to explore artwork
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Promotes higher level thinking skills like compare and contrast, analyzing, and problem solving.
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STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) Connections
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In 7th grade, students created a personal Mandala using compass and rulers.
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At Allendale Columbia students created a mural using ratios and researched methods of mural creation.
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Classroom Connections
Example: Rochester Broadway Theater Leigue (RBTL)
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For this 3rd grade unit, students studied the musical "Finding Neverland."
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Students analyzed the lyrics to the music
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Students learned about the story of Peter Pan and the author of the story
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Students studied maps and created their own map to their personal Neverland
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