Ned+Bear+Mask+Lesson+Plan

= **Ned Bear First Nations Mask Lesson Plan** =


 * __ Art Lesson Plan: __**** The Masks of Ned Bear **
 * Grade: ** Five (5)
 * Duration: ** 3-4 weeks (1 class per week)


 * General Curriculum Outcomes: **
 * (Art) ** At the end of this lesson students will:
 * 1) Choose from a variety of art media to express a feeling, to communicate a message and represent people, place, and objects**(Materials and Techniques);**
 * 2) Demonstrate how the elements of art can be manipulated to create unity and variety ** (Elements of Art and Principles of Design); ** and
 * 3) ====Create an art work, independently, based on memory,observation, imagination, fantasy, mood and in response to expressive art forms ** (Development of Imagery). **====


 * (Social Studies) ** At the end of this lesson students will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of culture, diversity and world view, recognizing the similarities and differences reflected in various personal, cultural, racial and ethnic perspectives **(Culture and Diversity)**.


 * Specific Curricular Outcomes: **
 * (Art) ** At the end of this lesson, students will:
 * 1) ==== Plan and complete a painting independently (the mask); and ====
 * 2) ====Use warm, cool, light, dark colours for expressive and representational purposes====
 * 3) ====Discuss simple compositional elements in their artwork and the artwork of others; and====
 * 4) ====Generate and select ideas for artwork;====
 * 5) ====Demonstrate self-confidence and eagerness toward their art production, expression and discussion.====


 * (Social Studies) ** At the end of this lesson, students will:
 * 1) Describe the influences that shape personal identity;
 * 2) Use examples of material and non-material elements of culture to explain the concept of culture; and
 * 3) Describe the multicultural, multiracial, and multiethnic character of Canadian society.

Newspaper Art paste Water Acrylic paints Paint brushes Bowls (for the head shapes)
 * Materials **


 * Lesson Activities: **
 * 1) To begin the lesson, I will show a picture of Ned Bear’s mask, entitled //Wicitowin Maskwa.// I will then refer to the art inquiry plan developed for this piece of artwork (see attached) to ask some guiding questions to get students thinking about the mask and what it represents.
 * 2) I will then give students some information about the mask (which can also be found on the art inquiry plan), especially that Bear’s masks are an expression of the traditions and beliefs of his people (Mi’kmaq First Nations). I will also be sure to give the student some information about Ned Bear himself, informing them that he is a local artist, living on St. Mary’s First Nations. I will also show students a youtube video of Ned Bear discussing his work as a First Nations artist ( []).
 * 3) We will then have a class discussion about culture and what it means. I will write the answers on the board in a web (with culture in the middle).
 * 4) Students will then be asked to write three things that they feel best represents their familial heritage or background. Prior to beginning this lesson, I would have students gather information from their parents and grandparents about their background as preparation for this activity.
 * 5) I will then explain to students that we will be creating masks, similar to Ned Bear’s, which will represent the cultural diversity in our classroom. Each student’s mask will be painted to represent some significant aspects of their culture. When they have completed their masks, they will then present their mask to the class and explain why they painted their mask in the manner that they did and what it tells us about their culture. The masks will then be displayed in the hallways of the school with a short typed explanation of their mask along with the title of their artwork (almost like their own little art exhibit).
 * 6) Students will then be provided with the needed materials (newspaper, papier mache, paint, etc.) to complete their masks. For the remainder of the classes, students will continue to work on their masks and their write-ups that they will present to the class and which will later hang in the school hallways.
 * 7) On the final day of this art project, students will be given no more than 5 minutes to explain to the class why they chose to paint their mask the way they did and what it tells us about their culture. While students are presenting, I will assess them using the “teacher Assessment Rubric” provided. Also, the students will be assessing their peers using the “Peer Assessment Rubric” which is also provided.

When students have completed their masks, they will then present them to the class. Each student will be responsible for explaining why they chose to paint their mask the way they did and what it tells us about their cultural background. The presentation should be no more than 5 minutes. While the student is presenting, the teacher will be assessing them using the “Teacher Assessment Rubric” (see attached). Also, each student in the class will complete a “Peer Assessment” for the presenters.
 * Assessment **

Modification
====If there is a hearing impaired child in your classroom, it may be helpful to have the instructions and information about the artist and artwork typed out for the students to refer to while creating their won mask. Also, when it comes to the presentation portion of the project, allow the student to type out their explanation to have someone else read it to the class for them. Another solution to this would be to allow an interpreter into the class to interpret what the student is saying about their artwork.====

Accomodation
==== For the student who has difficulty listening in class, I would make myself available to have a one-on-one explanation with the student about the qualifications of the project and what it entitles. Also, for the student who has trouble working with deadlines, I would offer an extension for this student, along with allowing them to work during lunch or after school if they wish to do so. ====

**The following are some websites that will provide some information on Ned Bear and the masks that he has created:**
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 * Ned Bear Official Site**

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 * City of Fredericton Article- "City Unveils Ned Bear Mask to Kick of Cultural Capital Year Celebration"**

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 * The Daily Gleaner Article- "City Purchases Hand-Carved Mask from Local First Nations Artist"**

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 * Youtube Video- "Ned Bear- Pawakons (spirit guides)"**