Art of Leadership

Jade Hodge

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Art of Leadership

Being a leader using art

This lesson engages teens in exploring leadership qualities through art. By participating in a discussion and a collaborative art activity, students will learn to express leadership traits creatively. This approach helps students understand leadership in a tangible way, fostering both personal growth and teamwork skills.

Audience

Teens

Time

60 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Collaborative Learning, Experiential Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Art Supplies (paper, markers, paints), and Group Reflection Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Welcome students and introduce the topic of leadership.
Explain the objective: exploring leadership through art.
Briefly outline the activities planned for the session.

Step 2

Discussion on Leadership

15 mins

Use the provided discussion questions to guide a conversation about leadership qualities.
Encourage students to share examples of leaders they admire and why.
Discuss how art can be a medium to express leadership.

Step 3

Collaborative Art Activity

25 mins

Divide students into small groups and provide art supplies.
Instruct each group to create an art piece that represents leadership.
Encourage creativity and collaboration, emphasizing the importance of each member's contribution.

Step 4

Group Reflection

10 mins

Distribute the Group Reflection Worksheet.
Have each group present their artwork and explain the leadership qualities it represents.
Facilitate a reflection on what they learned about leadership and teamwork through the activity.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize key points from the discussion and activity.
Encourage students to think about how they can apply these leadership qualities in their daily lives.
Thank students for their participation and creativity.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions on Leadership and Art

This discussion will help students explore the concept of leadership and how it can be expressed through art.

What qualities make a good leader?

Encourage students to think about leaders they admire and the traits they exhibit.

Can art be a form of leadership? Why or why not?

Discuss how art can influence and inspire others, similar to leadership.

How can teamwork enhance leadership?

Explore the idea that effective leaders often work well with others and value collaboration.

Worksheet

Group Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet will guide students in reflecting on their collaborative art activity and the leadership qualities they explored.

Describe the leadership qualities your group's art piece represents.

Think about the traits you discussed in the group and how they are depicted in your artwork.

How did your group work together to create the art piece?

Consider the roles each member played and how you collaborated.

What did you learn about leadership through this activity?

Reflect on any new insights or understandings about leadership.