Dragons of China - Lesson Plan
Grade Level: 3
Title: Dragons of China
Brief History and Background:
Tattoos are a very old form of body art and have been practiced for a very long time in civilized human history. The oldest recorded indication of tattoos comes from ancient Egypt where wall paintings as old as 2000 BCE have suggested the use of tattoos. The word “tattoo” has many origins, as words in many different languages have the same meaning and similar pronunciation. Different civilizations have been recorded to use the word tattoo or at least the practice of coloring their body parts for different reasons. The Polynesian word “tatao”, which means “to tap”, can be the originator of this word though researchers suggest a Tahitian word “tatu” which means to mark something. In a few groups and religions, having a tattoo is an integral part and the person following the religion is required to have that tattoo mark on their body symbolizing the person authority as a group member. Even modern day gangs are seen to have a particular mark on their shoulders signifying their group name. The first electronic tattoo machine was invented by an American tattoo artist named Samuel O’Reilly in 1890, which gave birth to the new era of tattooing in which people started to have different kinds of tattoos on various parts of their body. Tattoos were not respected in its earlier days and were considered as a foolish thing, suitable only for drunkards, sailors, and criminals. The current popularity of tattoos came after many years of it’s’ existence. Now tattoos are more a fashion symbol, rather than a simple mark. Tattoos have now become an integral part of the current generation’s fashion.
PA Standards:
9.1.3 A, B, C, E, H, K
9.2.3 A, D, G, J, K
9.3.3 A, B, C, D, G
9.4.3 A, B, C, D
Goal:
Students will create their own original dragon based on the Art of Chinese dragons.
Objectives:
• Students will discover the world of the Chinese dragon by creating their own festive dragon.
• Students will learn about dragons in Chinese tattoos.
• Students will use texture, line, shape, pattern and color when creating their dragons.
Resource Materials/Visual Aides:
• Books with pictures of dragons (preferably Chinese dragons)
Supplies/Materials:
• White drawing paper 8”x10”
• Black paper 12”x14”
• Black permanent marker
• Pencils
• Brushes
• Watercolors
• Rubber cement
• Books containing dragons
Teacher Preparation:
Read the recommended texts, especially Chinese Dragons, by Roy Bates.
Introduction:
Read the students one of the children’s’ books on dragons. Introduce the vocabulary. Talk to the students about dragons and their history. Discuss the characteristics of dragons. Talk to the students about tattoos and discuss their history.
Directions:
DAY 1
1. Briefly discuss the characteristics of a dragon and list them on the board.
2. Have the students look through books containing pictures of dragons and ask them to find as many characteristics as listed on the board.
3. Next, give the students a piece of white drawing paper and pencil and have them create an original dragon. (This may be difficult for some, so suggest they try to copy a dragon they like best from the book. This will spark their imagination, and the final dragon will actually be their own design.)
4. When their dragon drawing is complete, have them trace over the lines with a black permanent marker and sign their name on the bottom.
DAY 2
1. Using rubber cement, mount the finished dragon drawings on black paper for display.
2. Students will use watercolors to paint their dragons, being careful not to use too much paint, as it will flow into unwanted areas. Paint the dragon only, leaving the surrounding area white.
Extension:
• Students may practice writing Chinese characters and add them around the finished dragon.
Critique/Evaluation/Assessment:
• Rubric
• Class Critique
Time: 45 min. (x 2)
Vocabulary:
Tattoo:
1. A permanent mark or design made on the skin by a process of pricking and ingraining an indelible pigment or by raising scars.
2. A design made on the skin with a temporary dye such as henna or ink.
Dragon:
1. A mythical monster traditionally represented as a gigantic reptile having a lion's claws, the tail of a serpent, wings, and a scaly skin.
Safety Concerns:
None (however, caution should be used when handling permanent markers)
Bibliography/References:
• Dragon Dance: A Chinese New Year, by Joan Holub (Author), Benrei Huang (Illustrator)
• The Dragon New Year: A Chinese Legend, by David Bouchard (Author), Zhong-Yang Huang (Illustrator)
• Chinese Dragons, by Roy Bates
Title: Dragons of China
Brief History and Background:
Tattoos are a very old form of body art and have been practiced for a very long time in civilized human history. The oldest recorded indication of tattoos comes from ancient Egypt where wall paintings as old as 2000 BCE have suggested the use of tattoos. The word “tattoo” has many origins, as words in many different languages have the same meaning and similar pronunciation. Different civilizations have been recorded to use the word tattoo or at least the practice of coloring their body parts for different reasons. The Polynesian word “tatao”, which means “to tap”, can be the originator of this word though researchers suggest a Tahitian word “tatu” which means to mark something. In a few groups and religions, having a tattoo is an integral part and the person following the religion is required to have that tattoo mark on their body symbolizing the person authority as a group member. Even modern day gangs are seen to have a particular mark on their shoulders signifying their group name. The first electronic tattoo machine was invented by an American tattoo artist named Samuel O’Reilly in 1890, which gave birth to the new era of tattooing in which people started to have different kinds of tattoos on various parts of their body. Tattoos were not respected in its earlier days and were considered as a foolish thing, suitable only for drunkards, sailors, and criminals. The current popularity of tattoos came after many years of it’s’ existence. Now tattoos are more a fashion symbol, rather than a simple mark. Tattoos have now become an integral part of the current generation’s fashion.
PA Standards:
9.1.3 A, B, C, E, H, K
9.2.3 A, D, G, J, K
9.3.3 A, B, C, D, G
9.4.3 A, B, C, D
Goal:
Students will create their own original dragon based on the Art of Chinese dragons.
Objectives:
• Students will discover the world of the Chinese dragon by creating their own festive dragon.
• Students will learn about dragons in Chinese tattoos.
• Students will use texture, line, shape, pattern and color when creating their dragons.
Resource Materials/Visual Aides:
• Books with pictures of dragons (preferably Chinese dragons)
Supplies/Materials:
• White drawing paper 8”x10”
• Black paper 12”x14”
• Black permanent marker
• Pencils
• Brushes
• Watercolors
• Rubber cement
• Books containing dragons
Teacher Preparation:
Read the recommended texts, especially Chinese Dragons, by Roy Bates.
Introduction:
Read the students one of the children’s’ books on dragons. Introduce the vocabulary. Talk to the students about dragons and their history. Discuss the characteristics of dragons. Talk to the students about tattoos and discuss their history.
Directions:
DAY 1
1. Briefly discuss the characteristics of a dragon and list them on the board.
2. Have the students look through books containing pictures of dragons and ask them to find as many characteristics as listed on the board.
3. Next, give the students a piece of white drawing paper and pencil and have them create an original dragon. (This may be difficult for some, so suggest they try to copy a dragon they like best from the book. This will spark their imagination, and the final dragon will actually be their own design.)
4. When their dragon drawing is complete, have them trace over the lines with a black permanent marker and sign their name on the bottom.
DAY 2
1. Using rubber cement, mount the finished dragon drawings on black paper for display.
2. Students will use watercolors to paint their dragons, being careful not to use too much paint, as it will flow into unwanted areas. Paint the dragon only, leaving the surrounding area white.
Extension:
• Students may practice writing Chinese characters and add them around the finished dragon.
Critique/Evaluation/Assessment:
• Rubric
• Class Critique
Time: 45 min. (x 2)
Vocabulary:
Tattoo:
1. A permanent mark or design made on the skin by a process of pricking and ingraining an indelible pigment or by raising scars.
2. A design made on the skin with a temporary dye such as henna or ink.
Dragon:
1. A mythical monster traditionally represented as a gigantic reptile having a lion's claws, the tail of a serpent, wings, and a scaly skin.
Safety Concerns:
None (however, caution should be used when handling permanent markers)
Bibliography/References:
• Dragon Dance: A Chinese New Year, by Joan Holub (Author), Benrei Huang (Illustrator)
• The Dragon New Year: A Chinese Legend, by David Bouchard (Author), Zhong-Yang Huang (Illustrator)
• Chinese Dragons, by Roy Bates
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