Summary

After exploring a selection of works from the NGC collection that focus on certain aspects of the social history of the African diaspora, students will create a unity wall drawing to symbolize our unique Canadian heritage and their contribution to this multicultural mosaic.

Theory:

Students will identify and recognize the elements of design such as shape and pattern and the principles of design such as symmetry and asymmetry.

Creation:

Students will produce a two-dimensional work of art that communicates their own unique cultural background.

Analysis:

Students will use grade appropriate terminology.

Cross Curriculum Links:

This lesson plan also explores the subject areas of? Language Arts, Social Studies

Duration:

2- 40-minute period