Reading Art: Putting New Skills into Action
Lesson Overview: This collaborative arts integration lesson plan focuses on teaching first-grade students to analyze both visual and textual elements in storytelling through the picture book "Mr. Tiger Goes Wild." The 45-minute lesson emphasizes developing students' visual literacy skills by guiding them to interpret illustrations, colors, shapes, and facial expressions while making connections between images and text. Students will participate in guided reading, group discussions, and reflective activities that align with Florida's Visual Art and ELA standards, with particular emphasis on creating an inclusive environment where all perspectives are valued. The plan incorporates Universal Design for Learning principles and the REACH grant framework to ensure all students can engage meaningfully with the material.
