Philly Pride - Lesson Plan
Grade Level: 3
Title: Philly Pride
Brief History and Background:
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to tattoos. At the same time they will be focusing on Philadelphia culture and history. They will use the idea of creating a tattoo as the platform for designing a visual image that contains symbolic references to Philadelphia. Through this lesson I hope to bring about an increase in local pride for the students.
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 tattoo containing symbolic references showing pride in the city of Philadelphia.
Objectives:
• Students will explore and define the meaning of heritage.
• Students will examine how tattoos create and deliver their messages visually.
• Students will design their own Heritage tattoos using line, shape, and color.
• Students will understand concept of having pride in Philadelphia.
Resource Materials/Visual Aides:
• Various images that are representative of Philadelphia in a positive way.
Supplies/Materials:
• White paper
• Pencils
• Colored pencils
Teacher Preparation:
Have pictures showing positive aspects of Philadelphia available to pass around and show “Philly Pride”. Read the background on tattoos and be able to discuss.
Introduction:
Start a discussion about Phila and some of the things that symbolize Phila in a positive way. Talk about tattoos and introduce the vocabulary. Keep students engaged throughout by constantly referencing their favorite things in Phila. Occasionally, reference tattoos and their place in current society and discuss age restrictions. Talk about the pros and cons of permanent tattoos.
Directions:
1. Talk about tattoos.
2. Define tattoo and heritage.
3. Reward correct answers.
4. Show some images of “Philly Pride”.
5. Reward everyone as they give an example of “Philly Pride”.
6. Explain assignment.
7. Distribute materials.
8. Collect materials.
9. Discuss and critique finished tattoos.
Critique/Evaluation/Assessment:
• Rubric
• Class Critique
Time: 45 minutes
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.
Heritage:
1. Something that comes or belongs to one by reason of birth; an inherited lot or portion.
Safety Concerns: None
Bibliography/References:
http://www.vanishingtattoo.com
http://www.phila.gov/
http://www.theprideofphiladelphia.com/
Title: Philly Pride
Brief History and Background:
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to tattoos. At the same time they will be focusing on Philadelphia culture and history. They will use the idea of creating a tattoo as the platform for designing a visual image that contains symbolic references to Philadelphia. Through this lesson I hope to bring about an increase in local pride for the students.
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 tattoo containing symbolic references showing pride in the city of Philadelphia.
Objectives:
• Students will explore and define the meaning of heritage.
• Students will examine how tattoos create and deliver their messages visually.
• Students will design their own Heritage tattoos using line, shape, and color.
• Students will understand concept of having pride in Philadelphia.
Resource Materials/Visual Aides:
• Various images that are representative of Philadelphia in a positive way.
Supplies/Materials:
• White paper
• Pencils
• Colored pencils
Teacher Preparation:
Have pictures showing positive aspects of Philadelphia available to pass around and show “Philly Pride”. Read the background on tattoos and be able to discuss.
Introduction:
Start a discussion about Phila and some of the things that symbolize Phila in a positive way. Talk about tattoos and introduce the vocabulary. Keep students engaged throughout by constantly referencing their favorite things in Phila. Occasionally, reference tattoos and their place in current society and discuss age restrictions. Talk about the pros and cons of permanent tattoos.
Directions:
1. Talk about tattoos.
2. Define tattoo and heritage.
3. Reward correct answers.
4. Show some images of “Philly Pride”.
5. Reward everyone as they give an example of “Philly Pride”.
6. Explain assignment.
7. Distribute materials.
8. Collect materials.
9. Discuss and critique finished tattoos.
Critique/Evaluation/Assessment:
• Rubric
• Class Critique
Time: 45 minutes
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.
Heritage:
1. Something that comes or belongs to one by reason of birth; an inherited lot or portion.
Safety Concerns: None
Bibliography/References:
http://www.vanishingtattoo.com
http://www.phila.gov/
http://www.theprideofphiladelphia.com/
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