Curriculum Mapping [ PreK and K-6 ]
Visual Arts
Art for Literacy + Thematic Math and Science Additional: Technological, Historical and Global Connections
Subject: Multifaceted
PreK
Approaches to Learning
Eagerness
Curiosity
Persistence
Creative Problem Solving (Innovative)
Create and Complete Long-term Projects
Standards and benchmarks are organized into five domains.
Physical Development: Relaxation activities, body and space perception, locomotion, rhythm repetitive movement, projectile management, fine muscle activities/ fine motor skills.
Approaches to Learning.
Social and Emotional Development: Empathy, self-esteem, task completion, express understanding, channeling anger/ safe-place.
Language, Communication and Emergent Literacy: Books, names for materials, expressing words and feelings.
Cognitive Development and General Knowledge: Creativity, planning skills, labeling, thinking skills, solving problems, compare and contrast, cause and effect.
Teaching Strategies:
(DAP) Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Scaffolding
K-6
Differentiated Instruction
Visual (Spatial)
Logical (Mathematical)
Aural (Auditory)
Verbal (Linguistic)
Physical (Kinesthetic)
Social (INTER-personal)
Solitary (INTRA-personal)
Florida Standards:
Big Idea VA.K.C: Critical Thinking and Reflection
Big Idea VA.K.H: Historical and Global Connections
Big Idea VA.K.F: Innovation, Technology, and the Future
Big Idea VA.K.O: Organizational Structure
Big Idea VA.K.S: Skills, Techniques, and Processes
e.g., Pinellas County Schools: Visual Arts K-12 Curriculum
Students receive instruction by certified art teachers based on the "Big Ideas" / Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards (NGSSS) in drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, digital arts and photography.
Teaching Strategies:
Tiering
Assessment
Differentiated Instruction
