Lesson	Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
Lesson 1: Who is Michelangelo?	60 minutes	Pictures of Michelangelo, world map, timeline template, markers	Introduce Michelangelo with a picture and ask if anyone recognizes him. Show Italy on a world map.	Discuss when Michelangelo lived (1475-1564) and what he is famous for (painting, sculpture, architecture). Show images of his works like the Sistine Chapel, David, and Pieta.	Recap key facts about Michelangelo. Ask students to name a few things they learned about him.	Ask children to draw or write one thing they learned about Michelangelo on a piece of paper.
Lesson 2: Michelangelo's Contributions	60 minutes	Printouts of Michelangelo's works, paper, pencils, markers	Review what students remember about Michelangelo from the previous lesson.	Discuss Michelangelo's contributions to art and culture. Show images of his famous works and discuss their importance during the Renaissance.	Group discussion on how Michelangelo's work has influenced art and culture.	Students write a short paragraph on how Michelangelo’s work has impacted society and culture.
Lesson 3: Michelangelo and Personal Connection	60 minutes	Art supplies, images of Michelangelo’s work	Ask students to think of a time they created something they were proud of.	Discuss how Michelangelo was dedicated to his work and how children can relate to being proud of their own creations.	Ask students to share their experiences and how they relate to Michelangelo's dedication.	Students create a small art piece inspired by Michelangelo and write a sentence on how they feel connected to his work.
Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline	60 minutes	Timeline templates, markers, pictures of Michelangelo's works	Review key events in Michelangelo’s life.	Guide students in creating a timeline of Michelangelo’s life, marking important dates and events.	Display timelines around the classroom.	Students present their timelines to the class.
Lesson 5: Impact of Michelangelo’s Work	60 minutes	Images of modern art influenced by Michelangelo, discussion prompts	Discuss what students think about Michelangelo’s work and how it might influence other artists.	Show examples of modern art influenced by Michelangelo. Discuss how his techniques and styles are seen today.	Facilitate a discussion on the lasting impact of Michelangelo's work.	Students write a reflection on how they think Michelangelo’s work has influenced the world today.
Lesson 6: Michelangelo’s Legacy	60 minutes	Video about Michelangelo, discussion prompts, paper, pencils	Show a short video about Michelangelo’s life and works.	Discuss the key points from the video and how Michelangelo’s legacy lives on.	Group discussion on what they learned and how they think Michelangelo’s work will be remembered in the future.	Students write a letter to Michelangelo, explaining what they admire most about his work and how it has inspired them.