Lesson |
Time Allocation |
Resources Needed |
Introduction |
Development |
Conclusion |
Assessment |
Lesson 1 |
45 minutes |
Pictures of Salvador Dalí, world map, timeline template, markers |
Introduce Salvador Dalí with pictures and locate Spain on the map. |
Discuss his birth in Figueres, Spain in 1904, his early life, and his rise as a painter. |
Recap main points about Dalí's early life and contributions. |
Children will mark Dalí’s birthplace on the map and write one fact they learned. |
Lesson 2 |
45 minutes |
Examples of Dalí’s artwork, projector, discussion prompts |
Show famous works like "The Persistence of Memory" and ask children what they see. |
Discuss Dalí’s contributions to surrealism and how his art was different from others of his time. |
Summarize Dalí's impact on the art world and culture. |
Children will draw their own surrealist picture inspired by Dalí. |
Lesson 3 |
45 minutes |
Photos of Dalí's sculptures, videos of his performances, interactive whiteboard |
Introduce Dalí’s contributions beyond painting, like sculptures and performances. |
Show videos and photos, discuss how Dalí pushed the boundaries of art. |
Review Dalí's various art forms and their impact on modern art. |
Children will write a paragraph on why Dalí was more than just a painter. |
Lesson 4 |
45 minutes |
Timeline templates, markers, Dalí's biography books |
Review major events in Salvador Dalí's life. |
Children will create a timeline of Dalí's life using key dates and events. |
Display completed timelines in the classroom. |
Timelines will be assessed for accuracy and completeness. |
Lesson 5 |
45 minutes |
Coloring materials, paper, examples of Dalí’s work |
Discuss how Dalí’s work relates to everyday life and imagination. |
Children will create their own surreal artwork inspired by elements in their lives. |
Share and discuss each other's artwork. |
Assess creativity and connection to Dalí's style. |
Lesson 6 |
45 minutes |
Projector, computers/tablets, internet access |
Recap Salvador Dalí’s impact on the world. |
Children will research how Dalí's art continues to influence contemporary artists. |
Share findings in small groups. |
Assess research skills and understanding of Dalí's lasting influence. |