Murals in Latino Communities #googlearts

In this lesson, you will learn how muralists from Mexico inspired artists in Latino communities in the United States of America and how the shapes, colors, images, and words in murals transform walls and buildings. You will discover how muralists work with people in their communities to create murals and how artists use murals to convey big ideas, such as cultural identity, social justice, education, equality, and community empowerment.

**You will: **

• view some stories and exhibits about murals in Latino communities.
• answer some questions about what you have seen and read.

This lesson will take 30 –45 minutes to complete.

This lesson can be used in the classroom or given to students to work through independently, with fellow students, or with another adult. The content is accessible to a wide range of ages, but is especially geared toward students aged 11 and over.

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