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What topic	Leonardo di vinci
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: Leonardo da Vinci

Subject: Art
Grade: 3
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: Leonardo da Vinci

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Lesson Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Identify key facts about Leonardo da Vinci's life and work.
2. Recognise the significance of some of his most famous artworks.
3. Create a simple drawing inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's style.

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Resources Needed

• Images of Leonardo da Vinci’s artwork (e.g., Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, and Vitruvian Man)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Sketch paper and colored pencils
• Projector (if available)

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Introduction (5 minutes)

• Begin the lesson by asking students what they know about Leonardo da Vinci. Write their responses on the whiteboard.
• Explain that Leonardo da Vinci was an important artist and inventor from Italy who lived over 500 years ago.
• Share a few interesting facts:
  • He painted the Mona Lisa, which is one of the most famous paintings in the world.
  • He was also a scientist and designed flying machines!

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Main Activities (20 minutes)

1. Discussion (10 minutes)

• Show images of some of Leonardo da Vinci's most notable works:

  • Mona Lisa
  • The Last Supper
  • Vitruvian Man

• Discuss each artwork with the class:

  • Mona Lisa: Describe her mysterious smile and the soft background.
  • The Last Supper: Talk about the moment captured in the painting, which shows Jesus and his disciples.
  • Vitruvian Man: Explain how it shows the ideal human body and proportions.

• Ask students:

  • What do you notice about the colors?
  • What emotions do the paintings convey?
  • Which painting is your favourite and why?

2. Art Activity (10 minutes)

• Invite students to create their own artwork inspired by Leonardo da Vinci.

• They can choose to draw:

  • A portrait in the style of the Mona Lisa.
  • A scene depicting an important moment like in The Last Supper.
  • Their own version of the Vitruvian Man with their proportions.

• Allow them to use sketch paper and colored pencils, encouraging them to be creative and express their ideas.

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Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Have a few students share their artwork with the class.
• Recap the lesson by highlighting key points about Leonardo da Vinci's contributions to art and science.
• Encourage students to think about how they can express themselves through art, just like da Vinci.

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Homework

Tasks:

1. Write a short paragraph about your favourite Leonardo da Vinci artwork.
2. Draw a picture inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's style, similar to the ones we created in class.

Correct Answers (for teacher reference):

1. Paragraph Example: "My favourite Leonardo da Vinci artwork is the Mona Lisa. I like it because of her mysterious smile. The background looks peaceful and beautiful. I wonder why she is smiling and what she is thinking."
2. Drawing Criteria:
   • Must include a creative portrait or scene.
   • Should show some understanding of soft colors or attention to detail inspired by Leonardo's style.

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This lesson plan follows the Irish education system's guidelines and promotes both artistic skills and appreciation for historical figures in art.