January 2004     Vol.5 Issue 1

Suggested lesson plan for "Kids
expand their understanding of art"

Possible hard words: Proper names: Jeffrey McGhee, Terrance Joyner, Jamia Union, Keeven Elementary School, Raven Beverly, Marshall Faulk, Heidi Lung
Other words: expand, decorative, portrayed, landscape, portrait, rigid, flimsy, incorporate, architect

BEFORE READING: Consider using this article as just an oral reading activity. To help the young reader with any possible unfamiliar words and acquaint him or her with the topic, have him or her read the list of possible hard words. Provide help as needed. Then ask him or her to read the article aloud.and be prepared to discuss it afterward.

DURING READING: Provide any words that seem to stymie the reader rather quickly in order to keep the reading fluent.

AFTER READING: Use question such as the following to check comprehension and promote a discussion of the article.

1. Besides looking at art, what were some of the other things the kids did at the Art Museum?
2. How does Asian art and American art compare?
3. Do you think an architect needs to know about art? Why or why not?
4. Would you like to participate in a program at the art museum? Why or why not?