Students designed a set for “A Raisin in the Sun” using light, space and movement in their Language Arts and Art/ Design class. Students read and investigated the text, and looked for an important theme. They worked in teams to draw on that theme and create an appropriate set for the show.
Students developed and presented a sculptural form that is 3-dimensional configuration developed from 2-dimensional surfaces. Students were given voice and choice in the media they wanted to use, but also use the laser cutter and other tools in the maker space to create they design.
Students learned about the topics of scarcity and carrying capacity, aggression, and war, natural selection, as well as peace and stability. Each team developed their own focused question to integrate what they learned with the investigation into war, games, and competition.
Students researched a color of their choice in teams to learn more about how colors represent ideas and emotions. The research colors in different cultures and contexts and found specific pieces of art to justify their ideas.
