Subject: Art

The learner will invent a new machine for the 21^st century.

The learner will draw a diagram of his/her idea.

The learner will describe how the invention will work.

Time Frame: one 40-minute class period

Materials: 12" x 18" manilla drawing paper, ruler, compass

• May want to assign groups ahead of time

• What did he invent?
• What type of jobs did da Vinci have?
• What were some of his remarkable ideas?

1. Students will be working in groups of two. Have the students pick a partner or assign pairs ahead of time.
2. The students will work with their partner to draw a diagram of a new machine for the 21^st century.
3. After completing the diagram, each group will describe their invention.

• What will you call it?
• What will it do?
• How will it work?
• Include any other important information about the invention.

Determine specific needs of students having Individualized Education Plans.

View other Leonardo da Vinci web sites

Participation in class discussion

Online quiz (10pts)

5.19 identify the characteristics of artworks and artists from different periods of time, styles, and cultures.

5.20 describe and place art objects, artworks, and artists on an art historical and cultural timeline.

5.5 create a drawing(s) using contour, continuous, and/or gesture lines.

Michelle Jamal

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