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Drawing Quotes: An Engagement Reflection Activity

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Grades3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8English Language Arts, Visual and Performing Arts

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What it is

  • This activity asks students to reflect on a quote from Jane Goodall and create a piece of artwork to reflect the quote. 
  • Students can choose from one of four inspiring quotes about taking action. 

Teaching tips

Positives

  • This activity will work for students at any ability level and can be scaffolded accordingly. 
  • Dr. Goodall's quotes are varied and can be interpreted in several ways, which will make for a great variety of art. 
  • The resource provides example artwork from students and artists. 

Additional Prerequisites

  • Teachers will need art supplies such as posters, markers, crayons, pencils, paint, scissors, magazines, photos, and glue for this activity.
  • Teachers may want to discuss the word "apathy"  for students to understand one quote. 

Differentiation

  • Although this is an art activity, it could be used in a science or social studies class while studying conservation or Dr. Jane Goodall. 
  • Once students have created their artwork, display them around the room and have students complete a gallery walk. Provide students with post-its and have them leave positive feedback for their peers. 
  • Several excellent extensions are suggested in the resource, including creating photo collages, journaling about the quotes, and creating comic strips. 
  • Other related resources include this activity where students create a "do one thing" mural, this animated poem read by Jane Goodall, and this art piece that will get students thinking. 

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This contains reflective activities to engage students to be environmentally responsible for the planet. It is ideal and illustrative for teaching.
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