Integrating+Creative+Arts

Picture taken from naturemoms.com "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up." -Pablo Picasso **What is Arts Integration?**
 * Arts Integration uses the arts – music, theater, dance or visual arts – to improve student engagement and understanding of core subjects like reading and math while improving their creative skills.
 * Using the arts to bring the curriculum to life, encourages active learning and embraces the learning styles, abilities and needs of all students.

=Examples of integrating art into the following subjects: =

 > [|Rain Forest Music] > This is a study of rain forest ecology. 1) Find out what plants and animals live in the rain forest. Choose a plant or animal to investigate. Write a short report on your findings and include a picture. 2) What sights and sounds will you encounter? Take us on a musical journey through the rain forest. >  LANGUAGE ARTS:

> [|Building Prior Knowledge] > How many students sit silently in the classroom with no understanding of the events behind a story because they do not bring prior knowledge with them from conversations or experiences at home? What are some strategies teachers can use to introduce information crucial to comprehension? What role can technology play in assisting teachers with presenting prior knowledge in an engaging way? > A fourth grade Safety Net teacher, took advantage of several technology tools to aid her students in understanding the book Teammates by Peter Golenbock. Teammates is a story about Jackie Robinson and his friendship with Pee Wee Reese, both Brooklyn Dodgers, in an era of segregation. Waugaman employed the Big6 framework to design this powerful lesson that engaged her low-level reading students in learning about the '30s, '40s, and '50s. >  MATHEMATICS:

> [|Bubble Geometry] > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">Have you ever wondered whether you can blow square bubbles? Using bubble mix and pipe cleaners find out the answer to this question and others through hands-on experimentation at these Websites. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">[|Let's Make a Deal Math] "Heads, you go first; tails, I do." "I need to roll a seven to win." "If I can spin and land on a green slot the jackpot is mine." How many times have you played a game and hoped to win? What is the probability of winning? The purpose of this WebQuest is to introduce you to some interesting problems and learn about probable outcomes. At the conclusion of the WebQuest you will be able to explain why some choices are better than others. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;"> <span style="color: #008000; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">REFERENCE:

> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">[|911 Homework Help] > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">Picture this scene. A family is driving home from soccer practice when suddenly Jane remembers that she has an assignment due the next day that requires some research. The library is the logical place to begin, but it will be closing in a few minutes. Suddenly panic strikes. Then, mom remembers reading an article in a magazine about homework sites on the Internet. She suggests trying out the new computer Jane received for Christmas. Up to this point Jane has used it for playing games and e-mailing her friends. To everyone’s relief, they find a treasure-trove of Web sites that will not only help Jane in her research for the next day’s assignment, but also for future projects. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">How many times have you heard a scenario similar to the one above? In the past 5 years, publishers of encyclopedias, almanacs, and other reference materials have rushed to tap into the online market. It will be interesting to watch how instant access to information will evolve during the 21st century. In the meantime, you can help students determine whether the information they use from the Web is reliable by having them look at the author and source. Several Web page evaluation guides are available with checklists for critically reviewing a site. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;"> <span style="color: #008000; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">SCIENCE:

> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">[|Creekin'] > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">Don your boots. Grab a bucket, kick net, and water testing kit. Then, head for the nearest creek for a great adventure. Discover all sorts of creatures and plants that live in this aquatic habitat. Investigate the health of the creek and its impact on the overall environment. Observe and chart change over time by returning to the site more than once. Be sure to follow safety procedures and to return everything to its original location. Prepare for your journey by visiting these Websites for information and lesson ideas. In addition, Cyberbee has prepared a Stream Study Lesson for you to use on field trips. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;"> <span style="color: #008000; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">SCIENCE FAIR:

> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">[|Science Fair Fundamentals] > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">Science Fair programs are awesome and can generate all sorts of amazing results from inspiring and engaging projects. Finding good resources that outline the process and suggest age-appropriate topics is a key component for getting students started. Another important factor is to involve parents so that they can assist their children throughout the process. Be sure to visit these CyberBee-selected Web sites for resources, tips, and experiments that will help jump-start your science fair program. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;"> <span style="color: #008000; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">SOCIAL STUDIES:

> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">[|African American Experiences: Window to the Past] > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">In this lesson, students learn about the experiences of African-Americans under the institution of slavery using primary and secondary sources. Students search, examine, and analyze primary and secondary sources from a variety of digitized materials on the Internet. Students apply this knowledge by creating a digital scrapbook depicting a Day in the Life of an African-American during this time period. > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;"> <span style="color: #008000; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">TEACHER IDEAS:

> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">[|eLearning in the Digital Age] > <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #aa0e34; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">With the advent of technological advances, distance education is experiencing a renaissance in delivering <span style="color: #9f090d; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 130%;">curriculum via two-way audio and video and the Web. Virtual classrooms are popping up at educational institutions across the U.S. and around the world. The concept of a virtual learning space allows the individual the flexibility to take a course anytime, anywhere; to interact with professors and other students in small learning communities; and to choose from a wide range of course offerings. This trend is now filtering down to K-12 schools. This idea is particularly attractive to students in remote areas who would not otherwise be able to take certain courses because there are not enough students or a qualified teacher is unavailable. It is also an innovative way to provide professional development or continuing education to K-12 teachers. >