Collaborative
- Partner work
- Sentence frames
Interpretive
- Visuals
Productive
- Sentence frames
- Prompt for correct syntax
Engagement
- Foster collaboration, interdependence, and collective learning (ELD-partner work)
- Nurture joy and play
Representation
- Cultivate understanding and respect across languages and dialects (ELD - native language support)
Action and Expression
- Build fluencies with graduated support for practice and performance (ELD- sentence frames)
Art by Deaf Artist, Chuck Baird Lesson 2
Lesson Overview
This is lesson two in a two-lesson unit designed for first graders at the California School for the Deaf in Fremont, California. Students will explore the artwork of Chuck Baird and create their own art using handshapes, celebrating their identity within the Deaf Community. It includes scaffolds and supports for expanding language learners.
Student Learning Goals/Objectives
- Content: Students will create a piece of art that incorporates handshapes representing their favorite animals or objects, inspired by Chuck Baird’s artwork.
- ASL Language: Students use simple signs to describe their artwork and share their thoughts with classmates.
Resources and Materials
- Examples of Chuck Baird’s Artwork (from Deaf-Art.org)
- Visual aids (picture cards of animals and their signs)
- Art materials (crayons, markers, oil pastels, chalk, paint, etc.)
- White construction or drawing paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Digital camera (optional)
*Teacher Note* - you will want to prepare ahead of time.
1. Prepare Visual Aids:
- Gather pictures of various animals and their corresponding signs.
- Prepare a simple Circle Map template for recording ideas.2.
2. Animal Signs
- Teach students the signs for common animals using visual aids.
- Allow students to choose their favorite animal to sign
Lesson Segments
Review Chuck Baird Arts (10 min)
Demo / Modeling- Review with the students Chuck Baird's artwork.
- Review how he uses ASL signs in his art.
- Explain that they will create their own art using handshapes.
Record their answers on the Circle Map. (ELD/UDL)
Students are expected to actively listen and engage in the discussion about Chuck Baird’s artwork. They should ask questions and share their thoughts about what they see.
Students should demonstrate an understanding of how ASL signs are represented in art by discussing examples provided by the teacher.
Students are expected to be ready to create their own art by thinking about their favorite animals or objects that they might want to include in their artwork.
Hand-shapes Art (30 mins)
Projects- Provide each student with a piece of white construction paper.
- Instruct students to trace their hands on the paper to create hand shapes.
- Students will then draw or paint their favorite animal or object around their handshape.
- Encourage creativity by allowing students to use different colors and materials.
Students are expected to trace their hands accurately and creatively incorporate their handshape into their artwork.
Students should use a variety of colors and materials to express their ideas and preferences in their artwork, demonstrating originality and personal expression.
Students are expected to stay focused on their task and put forth effort in creating their art, taking their time to ensure they are satisfied with their work.
If working with a partner or in small groups, students are expected to share materials and ideas, supporting each other in the creative process.
Share Artwork (15 min)
Formative AssessmentOnce the artwork is finished, set up a "gallery" where students can display their work.
Sentence Frames (ELD/UDL)
***Note about sentence frames: Encourage each student to describe their artwork to the class using simple ASL signs.
I made a picture of a ________________ (animal) in my art. The sign for ____________ is (make sign). I like this animal because __________________________.
Students are expected to clearly describe their artwork using the sentence frames provided. They should fill in the blanks with the appropriate animal and their reasons for liking it.
Students should demonstrate the ASL sign for their chosen animal while presenting, showing their understanding of the connection between language and art.
Students are expected to pay attention attentively while their classmates present. They should show respect by not interrupting and by maintaining eye contact.
Assessment
Opportunities for assessment
-presentation by student
-artwork