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Art as Motivation: Creating Inspirational Posters

Lesson Plan

Art as Motivation: Creating Inspirational Posters

Create motivational art posters

In this lesson, students will explore how art can be a powerful motivator by creating their own motivational posters using different art techniques. This lesson is important as it encourages creativity, self-expression, and the ability to inspire others through visual art. Students will learn to convey positive messages and emotions through their artwork, fostering a sense of accomplishment and boosting their confidence.

Audience

Upper Elementary Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Create motivational art posters

Materials

Poster paper, Colored pencils, Markers, Paints, Brushes, Scissors, Glue, Magazines for collage, and Motivational quotes handout

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what motivation means and how art can inspire and motivate people.
  • Show examples of motivational posters and discuss the elements that make them effective (e.g., color, imagery, text).

Step 2

Brainstorming Session

10 mins

  • Have students brainstorm ideas for their motivational posters.
  • Encourage them to think about what messages they find inspiring and how they can visually represent these messages.

Step 3

Art Creation

30 mins

  • Distribute materials and allow students to start creating their posters.
  • Encourage them to use different art techniques such as drawing, painting, or collage.
  • Walk around to provide guidance and support as needed.

Step 4

Gallery Walk

5 mins

  • Once the posters are completed, have a gallery walk where students can view each other's work.
  • Encourage students to leave positive comments or feedback on sticky notes.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Conclude with a reflection on how creating art can be motivating and how they can use art to inspire others.
  • Ask students to share their favorite part of the activity and what they learned.
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Reading

Motivational Quotes Handout

A handout containing a selection of motivational quotes for students to use in their posters.

Motivational Quotes

  • "Believe you can and you're halfway there." – Theodore Roosevelt
  • "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." – Steve Jobs
  • "You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." – C.S. Lewis
  • "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." – Albert Schweitzer
  • "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." – Eleanor Roosevelt
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