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Portraits of Change: Sketching Influential Women

Ciara McNearly

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Portraits of Change: Sketching Influential Women

Learn about influential women

In this lesson, students will sketch portraits of influential women and learn about their contributions to society. This lesson enhances artistic skills while educating students on historical and modern figures who have made a difference. It encourages creativity and critical thinking as students reflect on the impact of these women.

Audience

Contenders (Ages 11-12)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Learn about influential women

Materials

Pencils, Drawing paper, Erasers, Colored pencils, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction about the importance of recognizing influential women in history and today.
  • Discuss how art can be a powerful tool to honor and remember these figures.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson: to sketch a portrait and learn about the contributions of a chosen woman.

Step 2

Sketching Activity

30 mins

  • Provide students with drawing paper, pencils, and erasers.
  • Ask students to choose an influential woman they admire or are curious about.
  • Encourage them to sketch a portrait of this woman, using colored pencils to add details.
  • Walk around to offer guidance and support as needed.

Step 3

Discussion

15 mins

  • Gather students to share their sketches with the class.
  • Use the provided discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about the women they chose and their contributions.
  • Encourage students to reflect on what they learned and how these women have inspired them.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
  • Encourage students to continue exploring the lives and contributions of influential women.
  • Thank students for their participation and creativity.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions: Influential Women

This discussion will help students reflect on the women they sketched and their contributions to society.

Who did you choose to sketch and why?

Encourage students to share their personal connection or interest in the woman they chose.







What contributions did this woman make to society?

Guide students to think about the impact and legacy of the woman's work.







How did learning about this woman inspire you?

Ask students to reflect on how the woman's story might influence their own goals and aspirations.







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