Be sure to check out these TED Ed videos on all things visual arts - right from "Why is the Mona Lisa so famous?" to "The Art of Folding Origami" and much more! You'll find something for all age groups!
Students create a mixed media artwork about an at-risk species using black shapes on a white background. They paint each black shape with small, beadlike circles in a style similar to that of Métis artist Christi Belcourt.
This lesson is an experiential approach to Indigenous people’s history.
Grade Levels: 9/10, 11/12
Subject Area: First Nations, Métis and Inuit, Social Studies, History, Language Arts, Art, Social Justice
The module consists of learning material that is delivered through an Indigenous pedagogical approach. There is extensive context-setting in the form of introductory activities (talking circles, guest speakers, a field-trip to a museum) to front-load the main activity, which is literally, walking (and learning) on the lands of Indigenous people’s ancestors. The location of this “learning on the land” is situated in the Victoria School District, British Columbia, but the module can be applied in any territory in Canada provided proper protocols with respect to working with the Indigenous nation on whose land the school is situated, are established first. Anne Tenning models how teachers can use an Indigenous approach to teaching social studies. A possible outcome in so-doing, is that other disciplinary inquiries may be addressed simultaneously. Ms. Tenning also uses “real life” examples to illustrate how deeply students are impacted by Indigenous guest speakers, and she uses student testimonials as evidence. Ms. Tenning uses a first person narrative to explain how she conducts her classes.
This series is a charming and often humorous look at the contemporary life of a Cree community. Set in a fictitious community in northern Saskatchewan, the animation stories follow the exploits of young Raven, Talon and their cousin T-Bear as they face challenges and learn valuable life lessons.
Educators can use the series to teach children about Cree culture and about universal themes such as honouring tradition, cooperation, self-esteem and ethics. This series is also available in English and French versions.
This is an easy Australian-inspired art project. The Golden Wattle is Australia's national flower.
The official website of the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa.
You can search collections and view beautiful pieces of art from the comfort of your classroom.
Be sure to check out the information here (copy and paste into your browser) https://www.gallery.ca/for-professionals/teachers/at-your-school/distance-learning
Which includes free webinars, lesson plans and resources.
Can you tell the difference between Ojibwe and Dakota beadwork? Stick with host Susan until the end of the video and you'll be able to notice the differences.
00:00 Can you spot the difference between Ojibwe & Dakota beadwork?
01:53 The history of beadwork in Native communities
02:28 Historical Dakota beadwork from the Minnesota area
03:24 Ojibwe floral designs and nature in Ojibwe art
04:42 The history of Indigenous beadwork in the Minnesota area
06:36 Extra: the Spirit bead
From the craft, to the textile, to finishing touches, and even to the customs that come with it, our traditional clothing reflects our cultural identity. Worn Within explores the stories and people behind our traditional clothing.
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12 episodes are on Netflix – click on the "For Educators" tab to access episode guides and activities.
On the home page, scroll to the bottom to find downloadable activity sheets to add to the lesson and spark discussions.
There is a free app available at the iTunes store.
With this project, students create a figure with paper mache on a wire armature that is easy enough for the kids to construct and utilizes recyclables.
Wire Tree Creations by Leah Baratta
CP4.8 Create art works using a variety of visual art concepts (e.g., organic shapes), forms (e.g., kinetic sculpture, mural), and media (e.g., wood, wire, and found objects).
This guide will take you through the steps to create quick and easy model wire trees.
Learn how to make words into wire art.
This resource outlines an easy sculpture project using wood scraps that’s fun for kids of all ages to make.
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Create amazing and colorful dot paintings inspired by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.
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«Depuis des millénaires, les Haíɫzaqv dépendent des cycles saisonniers qui apportent les ressources océaniques. Mais aujourd'hui, ces ressources diminuent.
1 h 15 min activité
Bande dessinée : Les élèves en apprennent plus sur c̓isḷa - le geste de s'occuper et de prendre soin de quelque chose d'important. Les élèves créent ensuite une bande dessinée qui illustre des personnes qui prennent soin et rendent la pareille à la nature.
Conseil pédagogique : Utilisez des images qui reflètent de manière authentique la culture indigène spécifique que vous apprenez. Par exemple, si vous enseignez le concept de c̓isḷa, montrez des images des Haíɫzaqv et leurs traditions.
Attention : Il est important de ne pas trop romancer ou généraliser tous les peuples indigènes en se basant sur un concept spécifique. Évitez le stéréotype du « bon sauvage ».»
«Ce contenu a été filmé et élaboré sur les terres ancestrales non cédées des Haíɫzaqv, en étroite collaboration avec les membres de la Nation Haíɫzaqv. Les Haíɫzaqv sont une nation autochtone de la Colombie-Britannique, au Canada (http://www.heiltsuknation.ca/about-2/territory/). Nous sommes sincèrement reconnaissants envers la Nation Haíɫzaqv de nous avoir permis d'être des invités sur leur territoire, de partager leurs récits et leurs connaissances, et de collaborer avec nous pour ce module. Toute utilisation de la langue Haíɫzaqv dans le contenu d'Ocean School est supervisée par le Département de gestion intégrée des ressources des Heiltsuk (https://www.hirmd.ca/).»
Courte active numérique faite pour vos élèves et basée sur des capsules des films de l’ONF