Surrealism

How to Create Calligram Poetry: Surrealism Art Interdisciplinary Lesson Plan
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How to Create Calligram Poetry: Surrealism Art Interdisciplinary Lesson Plan

What is a Calligram poem?

A calligram is a word or piece of text in which the design and layout of the letters creates a visual image related to the meaning of the words themselves.

This Lesson plan includes the history, contemporary use of calligram, as well as examples from different cultures. The practical inquiry encompasses four activities and art explorations.

Decalcomania Painting Art Exploration | Inquiry Based Learning Lesson Plan
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Decalcomania Painting Art Exploration | Inquiry Based Learning Lesson Plan

A Decalcomania is a kind of painting created by pressing a thin layer of wet paint between two surfaces. It can be done by folding papers in half,  like in this lesson, or by picking up wet paint from a smooth surface (such as glass) with paper or canvas.