Big Idea: Storytelling
Lesson Overview
Students will learn how to effectively tell a story of a favorite family memory through drawing and creating a collage paper story quilt. This is relevant because students at this age are beginning to understand that they can use art to communicate, as well as use personal experiences as subject matter in artwork. Students will also look at and discuss the work of Faith Ringgold and her corresponding book Tar Beach to relate to the topic of story quilts.
Reading Book
Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold
Students will listen to Faith Ringgold read her book Tar Beach and have a short discussion afterwards related to topics in the book.
Artist Inspiration
Faith Ringgold
Tar Beach #2, 1990
Faith Ringgold is a painter, writer, and fibers artist mostly known for her story quilts and works addressing gender and racial quality. Students will look at and discuss various works by Ringgold to determine what elements are included that work to create a convincing story.
Materials
8 1/2 x 8 1/2 in. White Paper
Pencils & Erasers
Sharpie
Colored Pencils
12 x 12 in. Construction Paper
Pre-Cut Paper Strips
Scissors
Glue Sticks
Markers
Student Work
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