Unit 1: Visual Arts
Core Concepts:
- Elements of art (line, shape, form, color, texture, space)
- Principles of design (balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, unity)
- Media and techniques (drawing, painting, sculpture, photography)
- Art history and appreciation
Topics:
- Exploring line and shape
- Creating compositions with balance and contrast
- Using color theory and texture to communicate meaning
- Experimenting with different media and techniques
- Analyzing famous artworks and their impact
Unit 2: Music
Core Concepts:
- Elements of music (pitch, rhythm, melody, harmony, form)
- Music theory and notation
- Music performance and interpretation
- Music history and appreciation
Topics:
- Understanding the basics of music theory
- Reading and interpreting musical notation
- Developing vocal and instrumental skills
- Exploring different musical genres and styles
- Analyzing musical compositions and their significance
Unit 3: Dance
Core Concepts:
- Elements of dance (body, space, time, energy)
- Dance styles (ballet, modern, jazz, hip-hop)
- Dance choreography and improvisation
- Dance history and appreciation
Topics:
- Exploring body movement and spatial awareness
- Creating dance sequences with rhythm and energy
- Experimenting with different dance styles
- Understanding the history and evolution of dance
- Analyzing dance performances and their impact
Unit 4: Creative Writing
Core Concepts:
- Forms of creative writing (poetry, short story, essay)
- Elements of storytelling (plot, setting, characters)
- Literary devices (metaphor, simile, symbolism)
- Creative writing techniques and strategies
Topics:
- Exploring different writing genres
- Developing strong characters and settings
- Using literary devices to create vivid imagery
- Writing effective beginnings and endings
- Editing and revising creative writing
Unit 5: Drama
Core Concepts:
- Elements of drama (plot, characters, dialogue, stage directions)
- Acting techniques (characterization, voice projection, stage presence)
- Playwriting and script analysis
- Drama history and appreciation
Topics:
- Understanding the basics of play structure
- Developing characters and dialogue
- Practicing acting skills in scenes and monologues
- Analyzing plays and their themes
- Exploring the history and evolution of drama