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Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Activities for October 2019

Hello October, hello fall! We are right in the middle of Hurricane Season which spans from June 1st to November 30th of each year.  We will be exploring how we can unite art and nature in a STEAM project.  We will also work on the Red Ribbon Week and Walk Safe Poster Contests. The Doodle for Google Contest is optional. Please check the "Gallery" section of this blog to view some of your work. October is going to blow you away!


 Lessons

STEAM Gaudi

Lesson 1-4 / Dates
October 3 – October 22

Essential Question
How do you use STEAM in Architecture?

Introduction
Hurricane Dorian was one of the most powerful in recorded history, causing billions of dollars in damage and resulting in hundreds of fatalities. This served as a reminder that hurricane preparedness is essential when living in Florida. 
A STEAM project will be used as a tool in disaster preparedness by graphically representing the force of hurricane winds on a house or other structure.
Visual Arts Standards
Big Idea: Critical Thinking and Reflection
Grade 2: VA.2.F.1.1  / VA.2.S.2.1
Grade 3: VA.3.F.1.1 /VA.3.S.2.1 
Correlated L.A. Standards
LAFS.2.RL.1.3/2.5/3.7, LAFS.2.RI.1.1/1.2/2.5
LAFS.3.RL.1.1/1.3/3.7, LAFS.3.L.3.4.a&d
LAFS.4.RL.1.1/1.3/3.7, LAFS.4.L.3.5c
LAFS.5.RL.1.1/1.3/3.7 LAFS.5.L.3.4a&c

Vocabulary (Click on links for definitions)
Genre:  n/a
Artistic Style:   Contemporary Art
Content/Meaning: Imaginary
Media/TechniqueDrawingColored Pencils / Art Stix, Markers

Historical Art / Artist Reference

Visuals & Resources
1.     Visuals: Teacher samples
Activity
2nd-3rd graders: Design a wind-resistant house plan 
4th-5th graders: Design and build the most wind-resistant model house 

Materials

·         Computer/laptop
·         Note paper
·         White Construction paper 18”X 24”
·         Multi-colored papers
·         Pencil
·         Markers
·         Scissors
·         Glue stick

Steps
1) List challenges 

2) Research and list solutions ( Pinterest )

3) Sketch a plan ( Antoni Gaudi Facts )


4) Build, test, revise (4/5 grade) 
5) Present project able to sustain wind 


SDI Projects

Enrichment Projects

2nd-3rd


4th-5th



Values Matter


Value of the Month

How can you display responsibility during art classes?
Reference: Values Matter