Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create visual art inspired by Minecraft and understand the basic concepts of art appreciation.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: Computer with Minecraft, paper, pencils, and colors.

Before the lesson: Make sure Minecraft is installed and ready to play.

Activities

1. Explore Minecraft: Spend some time playing Minecraft and take note of the different structures and landscapes you encounter.

2. Create Minecraft Art: Use the inspiration from Minecraft to create your own visual art on paper using pencils and colors.

3. Art Appreciation: Discuss your artwork and explain what you appreciate about the visual elements and creativity in Minecraft.

Third Grade Talking Points

• Minecraft is a game where you can build and explore different worlds. You can say, "Minecraft is like a big virtual playground where you can build anything you can imagine."
• When creating your art, think about the shapes and colors you see in Minecraft. You can say, "What shapes and colors do you see in Minecraft? How can you use them in your art?"
• Art appreciation means understanding and enjoying art. You can say, "What do you like about the art you created? What makes it special or interesting to you?"