Picasso Portrait

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Ohio Standards & Lesson Summary:

Indicators:
Students will create a cubistic portrait while learning about the
1-A (PK - 4) Students cubistic style of art from Pablo Picasso
know the differences
between materials,
techniques, and
processes
Estimated Duration:
1-D (PK - 4) Students
use art materials and 5 sessions (about 40 minutes per session)
tools in a safe and
responsible manner
2-A (PK - 4) Students
know the differences
among visual
characteristics and Pre-Assessment:
purposes of art in order
to convey ideas
2-B (PK - 4) Students Students will begin the lesson with a Picasso Carnival. Students will
describe how different rotate between 6 different stations that help better understand Picasso
expressive features and and cubism.
organizational principles
cause different
responses Post-Assessment:
4-A (PK - 4) Students
know that the visual arts Based on students final project I will know if they understand cubism.
have both a history and
specific relationships to
Through discussion they will be able to explain cubism and Picasso.
various cultures
5-A (PK - 4) Students Scoring Guidelines:
understand there are Elementary Art students’ assessment is based on the following:
various purposes for
creating works of visual • Knowledge and use of art concepts including the elements of art and principles of design
art • Craftsmanship (control of tools and materials)
5-C (PK - 4) Students • Creative Expression (The ability to use memory and imagination for visual expression)
understand there are • Demonstrates and understanding of artistic concepts
different responses to • Demonstrates artistic techniques appropriate to grade level
specific artworks
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O Outstanding 9.5-10 pts. out of 10

The student:
• Applies elements and principles of design in a highly effective manner.
• Shows superb craftsmanship
• Demonstrates a high level or creativity and originality
• Uses previous knowledge towards new lessons
• Demonstrates ability beyond grade level

S+ Above Average 9-9.4 pts. out of 10

The student:
• Shows some awareness of applying elements and principles of design
• Shows an effective level of craftsmanship
• Demonstrates creativity
• Makes connections to prior learning
• Demonstrates above grade level ability

S Satisfactory 8-8.9 pts. out of 10

The student:
• Demonstrates an average understanding in the application of the elements and principles of
design
• Shows an adequate level of craftsmanship
• Demonstrates some creativity
• Begins to make connections to previous knowledge
• Demonstrates grade level ability

S- Below Average 7-7.9 pts. out of 10

The student:
• Demonstrates less than satisfactory understanding of the elements and principles of design.
• Shows poor craftsmanship
• Shows a low level of creativity
• Has difficulty in making connections to previous knowledge
• Shows below grade level ability

NI Needs Improvement 6.9 pts. or less out of 10

The student:
• Has not adequately completed art work
• Needs improvement in skill and technique application
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Procedures:

Day 1-Begin with the Picasso Carnival

Day 2- Using the smartboard fellow the following document step-by-

step. http://twitdoc.com/c/87sg8n

Differentiated Instructional Support

This lesson will meet the needs of all different types of students
through the carnival and work process.

Extension
BrainPop has a great video on cubism with quizzes afterwards (needs
subscription)
Home Connections

None

Interdisciplinary Connections

Students will connect with history by learning the different time

periods of Picasso’s art. Example: Rose and Blue periods
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Materials and Resources:

For teachers Show clip from the original Toy Story to introduce
Picasso
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2gRGAlaGe4

For students Each student needs one sheet of 12x18 white paper to
build collage on.
Pre-cut Construction paper (at least 6 colors)
2@ 12x9
2@ 12x4.5
3@6x4.5 (two are same color)
See this diagram to better understand:
http://twitdoc.com/c/wpegvt
glue, scissors, black marker..

Key Vocabulary

Collage, Cubism, Pablo Picasso, Picasso

Technology Connections This Picasso portrait morph video is a great

resource to have playing as the students prepare to work:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjoWCdzhuFI
Check out MrPicassohead.com to make a picasso style portrait online.
BrainPop has a great video on cubism with quizzes afterwards (needs
subscription)

Reflection
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Record observations and suggested modifications to facilitate

instruction and student learning in the lesson.

Attachments

List and attach any additional materials created for the lesson.