This lesson looks at the history and tradition of Mexico’s famous Day of the Dead or el Dia de los Muertos. This lesson covers: What el Día de los Muertos means to Latinos all over the world. The origins of el Día de los Muertos. How Latinos celebrate el Día de los Muertos. You will: View some stories and exhibits about what goes on at el Día de los Muertos celebrations. Answer some questions about what you have seen and read. Make your own calavera Consider your own ancestors Create a timeline of el Dia de los Muertos This lesson can be used in the classroom or given to students to work through at their own pace, either on their own or with others. This lesson plan was created in association with ePublishingPartners

What’s in this lesson? See some of the foods that are native to Mexico. Learn how Mexico’s indigenous peoples pass food traditions down to the next generation. Understand what foods were brought by other cultures to Mexico and to the rest of the Americas. View videos and photographs of Mexican foods being prepared. What will you do? Find out what foods are native to Mexico. Learn about some of the foods that came with the arrival of Europeans. See how different regions of Mexico use the same ingredients in different ways. Understand how food and ritual often go hand in hand. By participating in the lesson, you will be able to: Learn more about food traditions in Mexico. Understand that different Mexican regions treat the same ingredients in different ways. See how food plays a role in many Mexican celebrations and rituals. This lesson is designed for use in the classroom and can also be given to students as a worksheet. This lesson plan was created in association with Six Red Marbles

This lesson takes students on a journey to discover the history of magic and its legends. Students will: go on an adventure to discover the stories behind the magical worlds we read about today hunt for facts and secrets about magic write a story of their own wizarding world create a magical animation This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 7 to 11. There are 3 Chapters: 1 - Magic Discovered (duration approximately 45 minutes) 2 - The Science and Art of Magic (60 minutes) 3 - Extra Discovery (45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

This lesson plan takes students on a journey to: discover the secret history of dinosaurs. Where they came from. Where they are now. Who discovered them hunt for facts and secrets that few people know about dinosaurs design their own dinosaur This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 7 to 11. There are 3 Chapters: 1- Dinosaurs Discovered (duration approx 45 minutes) 2- Fierce Facts (60 minutes) 3- Extra Discovery (45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

This lesson plan takes students on a journey to learn how our planet experiences extreme events, such as volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis. Students will: go on an adventure to discover Earth’s extreme events hunt for facts and stories about these extreme events write a story about earthquakes create a volcano paint a tsunami This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 7 to 11. There are 3 Chapters: 1 - Earthquakes (duration approximately 45 minutes) 2 - Volcanoes (60 minutes) 3 - Tsunamis (45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

You will learn about the legends associated with Diwali and about the various deities associated with the festival. You will become conversant with various Diwali customs and traditions such as aipan and rangoli, myriad styles of celebrations, and lamp traditions. You will learn about arts and crafts across India and how these are intertwined with the customs and traditions of Diwali. There are three chapters with recall questions and activities so that you can learn about the festival and celebrate it in the classroom or at home. This lesson plan can be used by teachers in the classroom or given to students to work through at their own pace. This lesson plan was created in association with Mahattattva

This lesson plan takes students on a journey to: discover the art, history, design of shoes discover the science and innovation behind shoes hunt for facts and secrets about shoe making find out how shoes are designed discover myths and legends surrounding shoes be inspired to write a short story design their own perfect shoe This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 11 to 14. There are 3 Chapters: 1 - Fashion and Art (duration approximately 45 minutes) 2 - Science and Craftsmanship (45 minutes) 3 - Extra Discovery (45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

Learn how five people are using science to save the world. Explore the power of x-rays, discover the abilities of nano gadgets, learn about mimicry, using lasers to save lives and channeling the elements to protect us all. Students will: discover the science that inspired the superheroes that are popular today hunt for facts and stories about the scientific breakthroughs of the past write a story of their own superhero origin story, based on a science go on a journey of invention and discovery around the world This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 11 to 14. There are 6 Chapters: 1 - Scientific Superhero Origins (duration approximately 25 minutes) 2 - Dr Gadget (15 minutes) 3 - The Shape Shifter (15 minutes) 4 - The Sensational Extra Sense (15 minutes) 5 - Channeling The Elements (15 minutes) 6 - Extraordinary X-Ray (15 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

This lesson plan is about heritage, how we understand it, how it is found, how it is lost and how we protect it. Students will: discover the Rapa Nui island. Who lives on it. Where they came from. Their heritage discover why their heritage is important to them and why it is under threat hunt for facts and secrets about other heritage sites under threat design a moai statue write about local heritage and why it should be protected This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 11 to 14. There are 2 Chapters: 1 - Rapa Nui Discovered (duration approximately 60 minutes) 2 - Extra Discovery (45 minutes ) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

This lesson will take you through three topics Frida Kahlo’s life, her influences and her art and legacy. **You will ** Find out about the life of one of Mexico’s most inspiring artists. Learn how Kahlo’s life experiences impacted her creativity and her subject matter. Tour some of Kahlo’s major works. Explore how Kahlo inspires other artists. This lesson plan is made up of 3 chapters and each chapter takes 45-60 minutes to complete (3 hours in total). 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 13 and over. This lesson plan was created in association with SixRedMarbles

This lesson covers three main topics: 1: Zaha Hadid’s Philosophy of Art and Architecture 2: Hadid and the Digital World 3: Hadid’s Designs, Executed What will you do? Learn how Hadid saw the world and its architectural forms. View radical concepts for city landscapes, as visualized by Hadid. Take virtual reality tours of Hadid’s designs. See how Hadid’s mind reimagined everyday objects. What’s in this lesson? See paintings and drawings created by Hadid for building projects. Discover the inspiration behind Hadid’s paintings. Find out how Hadid incorporated her concepts of space into her designs. Uncover how Hadid’s architectural concepts utilized digital tools. By participating in this lesson, you will be able to: See fascinating abstract paintings and drawings that were foundational to Hadid’s architectural concepts. Compare Hadid’s paintings with their virtual reality representations. Examine one of Hadid’s buildings up close. This lesson can be used in the classroom or given to students to work through independently, with fellow students, or another adult. The content is accessible to a wide range of ages, but it’s especially geared toward students ages 13 to 16. The lesson is made of three chapters and each chapter will take 45-60 minutes to complete (3 hours in total). This lesson plan was created in association with Six Red Marbles

This lesson plan covers three topics: What Is Notting Hill Carnival? Music, Costumes, and Design Behind the Scenes This lesson plan is designed for use in the classroom or can be given to students to work through at their own pace, either on their own or with others. The lesson plan is suitable for a wide range of ages, but is geared towards students aged 13-16 years. What Will You Do? Learn why migrants left the Caribbean and moved to Britain in the late 1940s. Find out how and why activists wanted to address social tensions in London neighborhoods. See how Notting Hill Carnival grew to become the second-largest street festival in the world. This lesson plan was created in association with Six Red Marbles

Learn about the features of abstract art and the well-traveled life of painter Vassily Kandinsky. Discover how Kandinsky’s life and travels helped develop his technique and style. Understand what synesthesia is and how it influenced Kandinsky. You will: Explore some stories and exhibits about Kandinsky and his life and art. Answer some questions about what you have seen and read. It is designed for students of any age but is particularly suited to students aged 14-16 years This lesson is designed for use in the classroom or to be given to students to work through at their own pace, either on their own or with friends. This lesson plan was created in association with ePublishingPartners

The Bauhaus design school is still highly influential today. This lesson plan takes students on a journey to: discover the buildings of Bauhaus. Where they are. Who designed them. What it’s like to live or work in one hunt for facts and secrets about Bauhaus design and build their own Bauhaus model This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 14 to 18. There are 2 Chapters: Bauhaus Influence (duration approx 60 minutes) Extra Discovery (60 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

This lesson takes students to the Chauvet Cave, a prehistoric treasure trove of art, which has helped us understand more about how we lived in prehistoric times. Students will: go on an adventure to discover the mysterious caves of Chauvet. Where are they. Who discovered them hunt for facts and make discoveries about the Chauvet Cave use a 3D model of the Cave, go on a virtual adventure discover how modern street art compares with ancient art create their own cave art write a short story about discovering the Cave This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis, and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 11 to 14. There are 2 Chapters: 1 - Chauvet Caves Discovered (duration 60 minutes) 2 - Extra Discovery ( 45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

Learn about the life and business of Coco Chanel, one of the most iconic names in the fashion world. Find out how Chanel transformed the world of women’s fashion from the early 1900s until the 1970s and how the house of Chanel continued after her death. At the end of the lesson, you will consider what is relevant to young people when it comes to what to wear. What Will You Do? Find out about Chanel’s early life. Learn how Chanel got started in the fashion industry. Understand Chanel’s guiding design principles. See how some of Chanel’s designs became a permanent part of women’s fashion. Explore how the house of Chanel continued after Chanel’s death. This lesson plan is made up of 3 chapters and each chapter takes 45-60 minutes to complete (3 hours in total). 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 14 and over. This lesson plan was created in association with Six Red Marbles

This lesson plan explores the ‘Genius Mind’ of Leonardo Da Vinci Explore the diverse interests and experiments of Leonardo, THE renaissance man who was highly skilled at drawing, architecture, geology, mechanics, and more. You will learn about his life’s work and see some of his creations up close. You will then examine a cover letter written by the master himself and write one of your own. Chapter 1: Who Was Leonardo da Vinci? Chapter 2: The Codices Chapter 3: The Art What Will You Do? Learn about the early life and career of Leonardo. Find out about Leonardo’s areas of expertise. See how Leonardo worked. View some of Leonardo’s most famous works and read about their details. This lesson serves as a road map for your journey through a rich and exciting collection of online content made available by Google Arts & Culture’s partners. You will explore photographs, slideshows, videos, voice recordings, and more. There is no need to print as there are specific links in the lesson plan to provide futher information. The lesson can be used as a lesson plan or given to students to work through at their own speed. The content is accessible to a wide range of ages, but it’s especially geared toward students ages 12 to 16. The lesson was created in association with Six Red Marbles.

In this lesson, you will learn about: some leaders, organizations, and programs of the Black Power movement the push for educational reform to reduce racism and instill pride within the Black community how some Black people found ways to express their history and who they are through art what the Black Power movement was like in the United Kingdom This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet as there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. This lesson plan was created in association with ePublishingPartners

This lesson plan takes students on a journey to: discover the mysteries and importance of batik. What is it? Who creates it? hunt for facts and make discoveries about this ancient living art form. discover practical skills and techniques. create your own designs. solve puzzles and answer quizzes to learn more about batik. Batik is a form of art using waxes and dyes on cotton and silk, practiced for more than 2,000 years by proud artisans, especially in Indonesia. Discover for yourself how the dots and lines are used to create patterns, how waxes are used to hold back - a process known as “resist” - vegetable and chemical dyes. Investigate the history and importance of batik, and what it tells us about our lives today and the lives of ancient people. This lesson plan is suitable for any age, but we recomment it for ages 11 - 14 years. There are two chapters: 1 - Batik (duration approximately 60 minutes) 2 - Extra Discovery (45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

Women have shaped the worlds of science, art, politics and more. This lesson enables students to: go on an adventure to discover women inventors hunt for facts and stories about women scientists explore women’s influence on the arts discover what it was like to be the first women elected to the US Congress celebrate women’s success in sport This lesson plan is designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet as there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 11 to 14. There are 3 Chapters: 1 - Women in Science (duration approx 45 minutes) 2 - Women in the Arts 45 minutes 3 - Extra Discovery 45 minutes This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning

This lesson plan takes students on a journey to: discover the origin of the universe hunt for facts and stories about the Big Bang theory write a story or draw a picture about the origin of the universe discover what particles are and how we study them discover the remarkable beauty of the universe explore if we really are alone Designed for students to explore independently at their own pace. It can also be used by parents and teachers, to direct learning on a 1-2-1 basis and in a classroom or group setting. The lesson plan is designed for use on a computer or tablet and there are lots of links to online content, so there is no need to print. It is suitable for anyone, but we recommend it for ages 11 to 14. There are 3 Chapters: 1 - The Big Bang (duration approx 45 minutes) 2 - All About Particles (45 minutes) 3 - Extra Discovery (45 minutes) This lesson plan was created in association with Lexicon Learning.