Introduction to Creative Changemakers & Storytellers
Time: 60-90 minutes
Standards: Common Core ELA and CASEL
Students will gain an understanding of efforts used by successful changemakers to create impact using visual art, literary arts, and performing arts.
After this lesson, students will be able to...
- reflect on the efforts of changemakers and issues-based storytellers.
- identify how they might learn more about various types of creative changemakers.
- understand more about the three mediums changemakers use to tell their stories in order to create impact.
Guiding Questions
- How can art be used to create meaningful change in the world?
- Identify places in your community, nation, or world where art compels others to take action.
- How are stories conveyed in visual, performing, and literary arts?
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Required Materials & Technology
Internet
Writing paper and utensils
“Who Are the Storytellers” handout