Lesson 1: Introduction to Lois Ehlert and Color Zoo
Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Color Zoo book, images of Lois Ehlert's artwork Introduction: Introduce Lois Ehlert and her famous work, Color Zoo. Show examples of her artwork and discuss her style. Development: Read Color Zoo together as a class and discuss the illustrations and colors used. Conclusion: Discuss what the children liked about Color Zoo and what they found interesting about Lois Ehlert's style. Assessment: Ask students to draw their favorite animal from Color Zoo and share with the class.
Lesson 2: Exploring Lois Ehlert's Art Medium
Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Various art supplies (e.g., paper, scissors, glue, colored paper) Introduction: Discuss the main art medium Lois Ehlert is known for (collage) and show examples of her collage work. Development: Provide students with materials to create their own collage inspired by Color Zoo. Conclusion: Have students share their collages and discuss the different techniques used. Assessment: Assess students based on creativity, use of colors, and overall design of their collages.
Lesson 3: Creating an Original Image Inspired by Color Zoo
Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Paper, markers, images from Color Zoo Introduction: Review Color Zoo and discuss elements that make it unique. Development: Instruct students to create their own image inspired by Color Zoo, focusing on shapes and colors. Conclusion: Have students share their drawings and explain how they were inspired by Color Zoo. Assessment: Assess students' originality and ability to incorporate elements from Color Zoo into their own artwork.
Lesson 4: Making a Painting Inspired by Color Zoo
Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Paint, brushes, paper, Color Zoo book Introduction: Recap Color Zoo and discuss the use of colors in the book. Development: Instruct students to create a painting inspired by Color Zoo, focusing on vibrant colors and animal shapes. Conclusion: Allow students to showcase their paintings in a mini art exhibition within the classroom. Assessment: Evaluate students' paintings based on creativity, use of colors, and interpretation of Color Zoo.