Exploring the Minority Voices of the Art World

Essential Question

How has the many eclectic backgrounds of artists influenced our understanding of the art world? How have these artists contributed to their fields? What messages do they convey?

Texts

Visual

Extremism

In this cartoon, Emad Hajjaj illustrates religious extremism and the role of interfaith relationships.

Emad Hajjaj

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

Subject

History

Geography

Topic

Religion

October 30, 2014

Visual

I’m proud . . .

This poster, from 1944, was created by artist John Newton Howitt during World War II for the United States War Manpower Commission and the United States Office of War Information.

John Newton Howitt

Grade Level

3-5 6-8 9-12

Subject

History

Topic

Gender & Sexual Identity

February 23, 2017

Informational

The Gullah People Are Trying to Preserve Their Culture

This story tells the history of Gullah people in Georgia and South Carolina who continue to fight to preserve their land and culture.

Alice Pettway

Grade Level

3-5

Subject

History

Geography

Topic

Slavery

February 19, 2020

Student Tasks

Do Something

Be the Change...

Students identify and investigate a community problem and propose a solution. They then plan and implement action directed at solving the problem.

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

July 13, 2014

Do Something

Community Arts Showcase

Students produce original art that conveys an anti-bias or social justice message then work with school staff to plan a public showcase of their work.

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

July 13, 2014

Do Something

Consuming and Creating Political Art

Students examine the history of political art. They then create their own murals, political cartoons or posters, demonstrating an understanding of social justice issues.

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

July 13, 2014

Plan Built By

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Exploring the Minority Voices of the Art World

Extremism

I’m proud . . .

The Gullah People Are Trying to Preserve Their Culture

Be the Change...

Community Arts Showcase

Consuming and Creating Political Art

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