Living Art Lessons from Master Books is a simple
program packed with instruction and insight into the basic elements of art.
Your student will learn about eras and artists as well as artistic concepts.
The author is the daughter of author Angela O’Dell, who was homeschooled, and
wrote the lessons in a way that reflects both the beauty of nature and human
art.
Students are taught to observe the world around them as they
look for and apply the 7 art elements - line, shapes, color, value, texture,
form, and space. As each element is introduced, a famous artist is also
studied, with the artist’s artwork used as an example of the concept. It’s very
well done with clear instructions and color photos showing the steps. The
variety of projects have originality, not necessarily what parents or teachers
would come up with on their own.
The Artist’s Book (140 pages) is non-consumable and
has the instruction. The Artist’s Journal (101 pages) includes a 36-week
lesson plan with grading record and loads of helpful worksheets for practicing
techniques. Projects use mostly common art supplies, but mixed media paper, 90#
or higher, 9” x 12” (suitable for wet/dry media) is required. Lessons are expected
to take 30-45 minutes, twice a week. Pages may be reproduced within one
family.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
