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Standards

NC Visual Art Standards addressed across the three lessons, from the Expedition 1 lesson plan appendix. Checkmarks show which lesson addresses each standard.

Grade 6

Strand Code Standard L1 L2 L3
Connect 6.CN.1.1 Analyze the effect of geographic location and physical environment on the development of visual arts.
Create 6.CR.2.1 Combine ideas from multiple artists to create a new work of art.
Present 6.PR.1.2 Create an artist statement describing Elements of Art and Principles of Design used in personal art.
Respond 6.RE.1.1 Analyze style, subject matter, and movements in art from various historical periods.
6.RE.2.2 Develop relevant criteria to evaluate a work of art.

Grade 7

Strand Code Standard L1 L2 L3
Connect 7.CN.1.1 Analyze how individuals and groups of artists have influenced various cultures.
7.CN.2.2 Identify how various tools and innovations can be used to create, edit, and present visual images for media or the immediate environment.
Create 7.CR.1.1 Use methods and approaches in media, techniques, and processes in both traditional and non-traditional ways.
7.CR.2.1 Adapt imagery of another artist’s work by changing the tools or media.
Present 7.PR.1.2 Create an artist statement considering multiple perspectives.
Respond 7.RE.1.2 Describe how visual literacy skills and personal experiences influence interpretations of visual artworks.

Grade 8

Strand Code Standard L1 L2 L3
Connect 8.CN.1.1 Explain why and how the visual arts influence ideas, beliefs, and experiences in North Carolina.
8.CN.2.2 Describe various innovative tools and technological products used to create visual images in the media.
Create 8.CR.1.1 Experiment with techniques and processes to plan and create art.
8.CR.2.1 Combine imagery from multiple sources to create personal artwork.
Present 8.PR.1.2 Create an artist statement that communicates the meaning and purpose of personal art.
Respond 8.RE.1.1 Identify how the Elements of Art and Principles of Design are used to differentiate movements, styles, and themes in art.
8.RE.1.2 Explain how a visual artist’s artistic choices are influenced by personal experience, culture, and environment.

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