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Days 1 - 4
Day 1: Read 'Beautiful Blackbird' together as a class. Facilitate a discussion about the themes of the book, focusing on what makes each bird unique and how these themes relate to individual identity.
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Day 2: Begin a creative writing workshop. Students brainstorm and draft a group poem inspired by 'Beautiful Blackbird', emphasizing themes of individuality and beauty. Encourage students to share their verses and provide constructive feedback.
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Day 1: Begin the week with a feedback circle where students share their bird print sketches and reflective writings. Encourage constructive critique and suggest revisions to enhance their work.
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Day 3: Introduce blackbird printmaking. Teach students basic printmaking techniques. Have students sketch initial designs of their bird, representing their unique traits.
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Day 2: Assist students in finalizing their bird print designs based on feedback received. Begin the printmaking process, allowing students to create their final prints.
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Day 4: Continue working on bird print designs. Encourage students to refine their sketches and share with peers for feedback. Begin transferring sketches onto printmaking materials.
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Day 5: Host a listening session featuring music from influential Black artists. Encourage students to reflect on how the music expresses identity and relates to their personal uniqueness. Students write a reflective piece connecting the music to their artwork and identity.
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Day 3: Introduce the multimedia presentation component. Guide students in recording readings of their poems or stories and integrating these with their bird prints using digital tools.
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Day 4: Continue working on multimedia presentations. Offer one-on-one support for students needing technical assistance or creative guidance.
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Day 5: Host a gallery walk where students can display their bird prints and multimedia presentations. Facilitate a reflection session where students discuss the uniqueness of their work and what they've learned about themselves and their peers.
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