| Lesson Plan | Objective | Time Allocation | Resources Needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1: Introduction to Coco Chanel | Objective 1 | 45 minutes | Images of Coco Chanel, chart paper, markers |
| Lesson 2: Contributions of Coco Chanel | Objective 2 | 60 minutes | Books about Coco Chanel, art supplies, computer with internet access |
| Lesson 3: Connecting Coco Chanel to Our Lives | Objective 3 | 45 minutes | Magazines, scissors, glue, construction paper |
| Lesson 4: Timeline of Coco Chanel's Life - Part 1 | Objective 4 | 60 minutes | Large chart paper, markers, printed timeline templates |
| Lesson 5: Timeline of Coco Chanel's Life - Part 2 | Objective 4 | 60 minutes | Large chart paper, markers, printed timeline templates |
| Lesson 6: Timeline Presentation and Assessment | Objective 4 | 45 minutes | Timeline posters, assessment rubric |
Objective: The child should find out the inspirational woman Coco Chanel, where and when they lived, and what they are famous for.
Time Allocation: 45 minutes
Resources Needed: Images of Coco Chanel, chart paper, markers
Display images of Coco Chanel on the board and ask the students if they recognize her. Explain that Coco Chanel was an inspirational woman who lived in the early 20th century and was known for her contributions to the fashion industry.
Divide the class into small groups and provide each group with a chart paper and markers. Instruct them to create a mind map about Coco Chanel. Encourage them to include information about where and when she lived, her achievements, and why she is famous. After the groups have completed their mind maps, ask them to share their findings with the rest of the class.
Summarize the key points about Coco Chanel and her significance. Reinforce that she was an inspirational woman who broke barriers in the fashion industry and left a lasting impact on the world.
Observe the group discussions and mind maps to assess if the students have understood the main aspects of Coco Chanel's life and achievements.
Objective: The child should explore the inspirational woman Coco Chanel's contributions to society and culture. Children should discuss the impact the inspirational woman had on their time and how their work has influenced the world.
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Books about Coco Chanel, art supplies, computer with internet access
Start the lesson by asking the students what they know about Coco Chanel's contributions to society and culture. Write their responses on the board.
Provide books about Coco Chanel for the students to explore. Allow them to read and gather information about her contributions. Alternatively, use a computer with internet access for online research.
Once the students have gathered enough information, divide them into small groups and ask them to create a collage or artwork that represents Coco Chanel's impact on society and culture. Encourage them to use their creativity and explain their choices.
Display the collages or artwork created by the students and ask each group to present their work. Facilitate a class discussion on Coco Chanel's contributions and the impact she had on her time and the world.
Assess the students' understanding of Coco Chanel's contributions through their artwork and their ability to explain the reasoning behind their choices.
Objective: The child should connect the inspirational woman Coco Chanel to the child’s life.
Time Allocation: 45 minutes
Resources Needed: Magazines, scissors, glue, construction paper
Ask the students if they can think of any ways Coco Chanel's work and ideas have influenced modern fashion and everyday life. Write their responses on the board.
Provide magazines, scissors, glue, and construction paper to each student. Instruct them to create a collage that represents how Coco Chanel's ideas are still present in today's fashion or everyday life.
After the students have completed their collages, allow them to share their work with the class. Encourage them to explain the connections they made between Coco Chanel and their own lives.
Facilitate a class discussion on the students' collages and the connections they made between Coco Chanel and their lives. Emphasize the lasting influence of Coco Chanel's ideas and how they continue to shape fashion and style today.
Assess the students' ability to make connections between Coco Chanel's work and their own lives through their collages and explanations.
Objective: The child should design a timeline of the life of the inspirational woman, Coco Chanel.
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Large chart paper, markers, printed timeline templates
Show the students an example of a timeline and explain that they will be creating a timeline of Coco Chanel's life. Discuss the importance of chronology and order in creating a timeline.
Divide the class into small groups and provide each group with a large chart paper and markers. Give each group a printed timeline template that includes significant events from Coco Chanel's life. Instruct the groups to cut out the events and arrange them in chronological order on the chart paper.
Once the groups have completed the timeline, ask them to present their work to the class and explain the significance of each event.
Display the timelines created by the students and discuss the key events from Coco Chanel's life. Emphasize the importance of understanding historical context and how it shapes individuals' lives and contributions.
Assess the accuracy of the timelines created by the students and their ability to explain the significance of each event.
Objective: The child should design a timeline of the life of the inspirational woman, Coco Chanel.
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Large chart paper, markers, printed timeline templates
Review the timelines created in the previous lesson and ask the students if they can add any additional events or details to the timeline of Coco Chanel's life.
Provide each student with a large chart paper and markers. Give them a printed timeline template that includes additional events or details about Coco Chanel's life. Instruct the students to cut out the events and arrange them in chronological order on their chart paper.
Once the timelines are completed, allow the students to share their work with the class and explain any new information they added.
Display the timelines created by the students and discuss the additional events or details they included. Reflect on the importance of continuously expanding and revising our understanding of historical figures.
Assess the accuracy and completeness of the timelines created by the students, as well as their ability to explain the significance of the added events or details.
Objective: The child should design a timeline of the life of the inspirational woman, Coco Chanel.
Time Allocation: 45 minutes
Resources Needed: Timeline posters, assessment rubric
Remind the students of the timelines they created in the previous two lessons and explain that they will be presenting their timelines to the class.
Provide each student with a timeline poster to transfer their final timeline onto. Instruct them to neatly write the events and details from their timeline onto the poster.
Once the timelines are transferred, each student will present their timeline to the class. Encourage them to speak clearly and explain the significance of each event.
After all the presentations, facilitate a class discussion on the similarities and differences between the timelines. Reflect on the different perspectives and interpretations of Coco Chanel's life and contributions.
Assess the students' presentation skills, accuracy of the timelines, and their ability to explain the significance of the events and details included. Use an assessment rubric to provide feedback.