Rigorous Curriculum Design
Unit Plan
Subject (s) Visual Arts
Grade/Course Third Grade
Unit of Study Collage: Mixed Media Houses
Unit Type Topical X Skills-based X Thematic
Pacing 3- 5 Sessions
Priority Standards or Learning Outcomes
Supporting Standards/Outcomes- V.1 Use the language of visual arts to communicate effectively.
Clarifying Priority Standards or Learning Outcomes
Supporting Standards/Outcomes- V.1.1 Use art vocabulary, including specific artistic terms.
- V.1.2 Understand that artists use their art to express personal ideas.
3.V.1.3 Identify themes from masters’ works.
- V. 1.4 Understand characteristics of the Elements of Art, including
lines, shapes, colors, textures, form, space, and value. - V.1.5 Understand characteristics of Principles of Design, including
repetition, movement, emphasis, contrast, balance, proportion,
harmony, and unity.
Name of Unit: Collage: Mixed Media Houses
Lesson Plans Description Pacing
Introduction to Weaving
Paper weaving
Overview of the origins of
various types of weaving.
Prep a paper loom
(9” x 12”) Tabby Weave
using paper strips. Glue
weaving strips to loom.1-2 Sessions