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This lesson combines two significant art forms into one lesson. Students first learn the techniques necessary to create a relief sculpture terra cotta clay mold. Using that mold, students will experience the art of paper making and paper casting simply, safely, and economically. A brief history of the art of paper making is provided, along with samples and examples to show how the completed work will appear. Step-by-step instructions are included, along with a glossary of terms, lesson goals and objectives, background and preparation information, supply and equipment list, alternative suggestions, and additional ideas. (EH)

This lesson incorporates art, academic curriculum, developmental skills, and multi-media technology, and is appropriate for all grade levels. Students become involved in all aspects of this lesson and will understand and appreciate the complexities of clay animation when viewing movies and videos that employ this process. A brief description of the animation process is provided, along with samples and examples to show how the completed work will appear. Step-by-step instructions are included, along with a glossary of terms, lesson goals and objectives, background and preparation information, supply and equipment list, alternative suggestions, and additional ideas. (EH)

This lesson requires attention to the composition and design elements essential to decoration of a curved surface. Skills taught are the techniques and processes of ceramic glazing and underglazing. Supplies required include commercially-made terra cotta flower pots, glazes, and a kiln. The plan includes lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; and instructions and suggestions for lesson implementation. Additional suggestions provide technical tips on working with glazes. Follow-up ideas encourage production of decorated pots as a school or program fundraiser. (MM)

This lesson resource focuses on the interdisciplinary study of dinosaurs and provides insight into the work of paleontologists. The plan includes lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; optional supplies; and instructions and suggestions for lesson implementation. Supplies needed include a commercially available low fire clay and a kiln. Follow-up ideas encourage lesson extension. (MM)

This lesson resource focuses on the portrait in a three-dimensional art technique. Materials needed include ceramic clay and a pear as armature for the sculpted head. Exemplars of both two and three-dimensional portraits are to be used as inspiration and motivation for personal expression of the human form. This plan includes lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; optional supplies; and instructions for lesson implementation. Additional applications and extension. (MM)

This lesson resource focuses on simple elements of design and composition and encourages uses of a variety of drawing techniques in the production of a one-color lithograph print. Materials suggested for use are simple and commercially available. The lesson incorporates a brief historic overview of the printmaking art. The prints of famous artists are to be used as inspiration and motivation for personal expression. This plan includes: lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; optional supplies; and instructions for implementation of two lessons. Additional suggestions provide technical and cleanup tips. Follow-up ideas are given for lesson extension. (MM)

This lesson in multi-color printing utilizes a simple, commercially available printmaking technique. The lesson incorporates art history, aesthetics, criticism, and personal expression in reinterpreting the technique of a famous artist or artistic style. The plan includes lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; optional supplies; needed equipment; and instructions for lesson implementation. Additional suggestions and follow-up ideas are given for lesson extension. (MM)

This lesson resource includes a brief summary of the history of bead making and historic fascination with beads as adornment. A focus on design elements, color theory, craftsmanship, and technical skill in bead making is encouraged. The plan includes lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; and instructions for lesson implementation. Commercially made polymer clays are to be used. Color tips and suggestions for technical manipulation of materials are given. The lesson plan concludes with references. (MM)