Art Through Time: History and Criticism · Term 3

Describing and Analyzing Art

Learning how to describe what is seen in an artwork and analyze its elements.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between simply looking at art and truly seeing its details.
  2. Analyze how the elements of art (line, shape, color) are used in a given artwork.
  3. Construct a detailed description of an artwork without using personal opinions.

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

VA:Re7.1.3a
Grade: Grade 3
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Art Through Time: History and Criticism
Period: Term 3

Suggested Methodologies

Chalk Talk

Written-only discussion, no speaking allowed

15–30 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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