Grade 6 The Arts

An investigation into how varied line weights and tactile textures create depth and emotional resonance in two dimensional works.

Students apply color harmony and contrast to manipulate the atmosphere of their artwork and guide the eye of the observer.

Introduction to one point perspective and atmospheric perspective to create the illusion of three dimensional space.

Students analyze complex meters and practice syncopated rhythms using percussion instruments and body percussion.

Exploring how sequences of notes create memorable melodies and the emotional impact of major versus minor scales.

Examining how technology has changed the way music is composed, recorded, and consumed in the modern era.

Using physical cues and vocal modulation to build believable characters from a script or improvisation.

An overview of technical theater including lighting, sound effects, and set design to support a narrative.

Building ensemble skills through unscripted activities that require quick thinking and active listening.

Analyzing how dancers use levels, directions, and tempo to create visual interest and meaning.

A survey of traditional dances from around the world and their roles in community and ritual.

Students create original movement sequences that express specific abstract concepts or feelings.

Exploring the symbolism and craftsmanship in Indigenous artistic traditions, from totem poles to textile weaving.

Investigating how the shift toward humanism influenced the techniques and subjects of European art.

Analyzing how 20th century artists challenged traditional definitions of art through abstraction and surrealism.

Learning to provide and receive constructive feedback using specific artistic vocabulary and objective criteria.

Students act as curators, selecting works and organizing them to tell a specific story or explore a theme.

Exploring how contemporary artists use their work to address environmental, political, and social issues.