This lesson plan teaches kindergarten students about math and science concepts through an art project where they sculpt bears out of model magic. Over three days, students will learn about 2D and 3D shapes, balance, and a bear's anatomy. They will watch a video, discuss bears, and use resources like books and a stuffed animal for reference as they sculpt and add details to their three-dimensional bear sculpture. On the final day, students will critique their own sculptures and the teacher will assess their participation, use of shapes, balance, and completion of the project. Photos and videos will be taken to document the process.

1. Module Five <br />Final Showcase Project Design<br />Designer Topic 2: Teaching Critical Thinking Strategies in the Classroom through Aesthetic Experiences<br />Designer Topic Title: We are the Bennett Bears! Learning about math and science through visual art.<br />Name of teacher/designer: Emily Schultz<br />Grade level and/or discipline: Kindergarten Art<br />Date of completion: July 28, 2010<br />Name of Peer Reviewer: Kristin Ide<br />Designer Topic Focus: Using visual arts to teach and enhance science and math skills<br />Designer Topic Objectives: (state clearly 5-7 learning objectives)<br />The student will:<br />learn the difference between 2-D and 3-D artworks.

2. create a sculpture of a bear using model magic.

3. study three dimensional forms (math) and relate it to visual art and their sculpture.

4. construct a bear sculpture that is balanced (science).