6th Grade Graphic Arts Research

In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the invention of the printing press as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic.    A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students.  The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper.  Also included with this lesson is a word search puzzle (with answer key).  It is perfect for early finishers or as a part of the lesson. 

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.  This lesson could be used in a history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files included:

• Teacher & Student Resources
• The Invention of the Printing Press WebQuest Activity (print and editable digital files included)
• The Invention of Printing Press WebQuest Answer Key
• Word Search Puzzle – The Invention of the Printing Press (includes answer key)

Approximate Lesson Duration:

• WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period
•  Word Search Puzzle – 30 minutes

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Learning about Design: Elements of Art, Shapes & Color is a three-part lesson to give students an introduction to design. This is perfect for a technology class that focuses on web design or graphic design, or for an art class. The first lesson has students create a PowerPoint (or Google Slides presentation) to define the Seven Elements of Art in their own words and give picture examples of three areas of design for each. In the second lesson, students complete a short WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about how designers use shapes to convey a message. Finally, in the third lesson, students explore how designers use color by researching information on the Internet and completing a color chart. The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be adapted for older students.

This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.

Files Included with this Lesson

• Teacher Notes and Resources

• Seven Elements of Art PowerPoint Project - Student Expectations & Rubric

• Seven Elements of Art Project Sample (as .pdf)

• How Designers Use Shapes WebQuest – Student Worksheet

• How Designers Use Shapes WebQuest – Teacher Answer Key

• How Designers Use Color Research Chart – Student Worksheet

• How Designers Us Color Research Chart – Teacher Answer Key

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