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Resource - Art Fusion First Five - Welcoming

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Abstract: 
The goal of this unit is to launch your junior drama program by introducing students to core concepts, skills and assessment practices and to develop routines for communication, instruction and classroom management. The inquiry question that will drive the lessons is: How Can We Create a Welcoming Classroom Environment?

Overview

Resource cover image
On a dark blue background, a white circle with the resource title is surrounded by school supplies and the logo for ArtFusion and CODE.

ArtFusion is a collaborative effort by CODE, OAEA, and OMEA to support elementary generalist teachers in feeling confident and delivering high-quality arts programming for every art. ArtFusion First Five is one initiative of the collaboration seeking to meet the needs of teachers at the start of the school year.

For additional supports and learning opportunities, visit www.code.on.ca/art-fusion.

Lesson Overview

Lesson Focus

Anticipated Duration

Lesson 1: Classroom Set Up and Community Circle

60 minutes

Lesson 2: Drama Games that Build Trust

40 minutes

Lesson 3: What does it mean to feel welcome?

40 minutes

Lesson 4: Exploration through Mime and Role Play

40-80 minutes

Lesson 5: Putting it all Together

40 minutes

Subject / Panel: Drama / Junior
Terms: Unit Plans

Lessons / Leçons

Lesson / Leçon 1
Classroom Set Up and Community Circle
Lesson / Leçon 2
Drama Games that Build Trust
Lesson / Leçon 3
What Does it Mean to Feel Welcome?
Lesson / Leçon 4
Exploration through Mime and Role Play
Lesson / Leçon 5
Putting it All Together

Appendices / Annexes

Appendix / Annexe 1
Curriculum Expectations
Appendix / Annexe 2
Sample Signals and Tools for Classroom Management
Appendix / Annexe 2
Checklist to Support Anecdotal Observation of Engagement and Collaboration
Appendix / Annexe 4
Thumb Feedback Legend
Appendix / Annexe 5
Strategies for Selecting Groups

Printable materials / Matériel imprimable

  • PDF icon PDF #1 Frayer Model Template
  • PDF icon PDF #2 Self-Assessment Exit Ticket
  • PDF icon PDF #3 Creating Welcoming Environments Brainstorming Template
  • PDF icon PDF #4 Writing Task Template
  • PDF icon PDF #5 Inquiry Reflection
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