Discover the plant, animal and mineral sources for the colors and pigments we use every day. Vivid multimedia and classroom activities help explain the processes of extracting pigments to create dyes. Textile art from around the world and through history will provide a rich context for learning. Each student creates a wool and paper bookmark to keep. The Teacher Materials for this program are sent in the mail - PLEASE INCLUDE THE TEACHER'S MAILING ADDRESS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION ON YOUR REGISTRATION.
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45-60 minutes
Education: Grade(s) 4, 5, 6
1
30
Fine Arts, Sciences
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Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland, Ohio United States
Lessons are designed for grades Pre-K–12 and are designed to support standards.
Contact: Arielle Levine alevine@clevelandart.org 12167072688
1.Introduction to using natural dyes throughout history.2.Students classify whether certain items could be used as plant, animal, and mineral dyes.3.View museum artwork made using animal dyes, and students try using the same dye on their bookmarks (provided in the teacher information packet.)4.View museum artwork dyed with plant dyes, and students use plant dye on their bookmarks.5.View museum artwork dyed with mineral dyes, and students use mineral dye on their bookmarks.6.Finish filling out student viewing guides and ask final questions.
Students will understand that dyes can be classified as natural or synthetic. Students will understand how plants, animals and mineral sources provide colors and pigments for natural dyes.
All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.