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Plan
Week 1
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Activities
Creative Movement Workshop - Explore expressing emotions through dance and movement, inspired by elements of the natural world. (25 min)
Nature Observation Walk - Take a short walk to observe nature, collecting items like leaves and stones for inspiration. (25 min)
Natural Materials Exploration - Use collected natural materials to create simple art pieces, discussing shapes and textures. (25 min)
Expressive Dance Creation - Work on creating short dance movements that express emotions inspired by the natural materials. (25 min)
Reflection Circle - Share and reflect on the week's experiences, using drawing and movement to articulate feelings. (25 min)
Deliverables
1. Students will create and perform a short movement piece inspired by natural elements.
2. Students will begin constructing art pieces using natural materials collected during their nature walk.
3. Students will participate in the Senses Exploration Day, documenting their sensory experiences.
4. Students will use peer feedback to refine their movement performances.
5. Students will draw or create a visual representation of their reflections and emotions from the week's activities.
Preparation 1. Gather materials for the Creative Movement Workshop, including music and space for movement activities.
2. Prepare collection bags for the nature walk for students to collect natural materials.
3. Coordinate with a local artist to assist during the collaborative art session.
4. Set up sensory stations with items like different textured fabrics, sound recordings, and scented objects for the Senses Exploration Day.
5. Arrange a space for the practice performance day where students can perform and receive feedback.
6. Provide drawing materials and journals for the reflection circle.
Week 2
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Activities
Emotion and Art Exploration - Use natural materials to create art pieces that express different emotions. Discuss how colors and shapes can represent feelings. (25 min)
Collaborative Mural Creation - Work together to create a large mural using collected natural materials, focusing on teamwork and creativity. (25 min)
Music Inspired by Nature - Engage with a community music group to explore sounds of nature and create music pieces that reflect these auditory patterns. (25 min)
Practice Performance Day - Present movement pieces to peers for feedback, refining expressions before the final showcase. (25 min)
Senses Exploration Day - Rotate through sensory stations to explore and reflect on how senses help understand the world. Share insights and reflections with peers. (25 min)
Deliverables
1. Collaborative mural using natural materials that represents observations from nature.
2. Art pieces created from natural materials to be displayed in the 'Nature and Art Gallery Walk.'
3. Short movement performances refined through feedback from peers during the 'Practice Performance Day.'
4. Reflections on sensory experiences from the 'Senses Exploration Day,' shared through drawings or verbal presentations.
5. Recordings of nature sounds with accompanying student reflections on their significance.
Preparation 1. Gather natural materials like leaves, twigs, and stones for art projects.
2. Coordinate with a local artist to lead a collaborative mural project.
3. Set up sensory exploration stations with items like sand, water, feathers, and scents.
4. Prepare recording devices for capturing nature sounds during a nature walk.
5. Arrange for a community music group to conduct an interactive music session.
6. Organize materials for creating art pieces, such as paper, glue, and paint.
7. Create a schedule for the 'Practice Performance Day' to ensure each student has time to present and receive feedback.
Week 3
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Day 15
Activities
Nature Art Review and Refinement - Review and make final touches to art pieces created from natural materials, focusing on expressing ideas and emotions. (25 min)
Movement Performance Practice - Rehearse short movement performances, refining expressions of emotions inspired by nature for the upcoming showcase. (25 min)
Senses Exploration Station Setup - Organize and prepare sensory exploration stations with findings and reflections from 'Senses Exploration Day'. (25 min)
Sound Exploration Reflection - Listen to recordings of nature sounds, discuss feelings, and create a short sound-inspired art piece. (25 min)
Final Showcase Preparation - Set up for the 'Nature and Art Gallery Walk' and 'Feelings and Movement Showcase', ensuring all elements are ready for presentation. (25 min)
Deliverables
1. Students will present their art pieces created from natural materials at the 'Nature and Art Gallery Walk'.
2. Students will perform their short movement pieces during the 'Feelings and Movement Showcase'.
3. Completion of the collaborative mural using natural materials, representing students' observations of nature.
4. Individual reflection journals detailing students' sensory experiences and emotions throughout the project.
5. Feedback forms filled out from peers after the 'Practice Performance Day'.
6. A sensory exploration station designed and presented by students, inviting engagement from visitors.
7. Participation in the 'Sound Exploration Reflection', with students sharing insights on nature sounds.
Preparation 1. Gather various natural materials collected by students during nature walks to be used for art projects.
2. Set up stations for the 'Senses Exploration Day' with materials that stimulate different senses (e.g., scented items, textured objects, sound recordings).
3. Coordinate schedules with local artists and community music groups for workshops and interactive sessions.
4. Prepare space for the 'Nature and Art Gallery Walk' and 'Feelings and Movement Showcase', ensuring enough room for displays and performances.
5. Organize materials for the collaborative mural project, including adhesive supplies and a large surface for the mural.
6. Ensure audio equipment is available for playback of nature sound recordings during the 'Sound Exploration Reflection'.
7. Prepare feedback forms and reflection journals for students to use during reflection sessions and practice performances.