| Lesson | Time Allocation | Resources Needed | Introduction | Development | Conclusion | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lesson 1 | 45 minutes | Pictures of Salvador Dalí, world map, timeline template, markers | Introduce Salvador Dalí with pictures and locate Spain on the map. | Discuss his birth in Figueres, Spain in 1904, his early life, and his rise as a painter. | Recap main points about Dalí's early life and contributions. | Children will mark Dalí’s birthplace on the map and write one fact they learned. |
| Lesson 2 | 45 minutes | Examples of Dalí’s artwork, projector, discussion prompts | Show famous works like "The Persistence of Memory" and ask children what they see. | Discuss Dalí’s contributions to surrealism and how his art was different from others of his time. | Summarize Dalí's impact on the art world and culture. | Children will draw their own surrealist picture inspired by Dalí. |
| Lesson 3 | 45 minutes | Photos of Dalí's sculptures, videos of his performances, interactive whiteboard | Introduce Dalí’s contributions beyond painting, like sculptures and performances. | Show videos and photos, discuss how Dalí pushed the boundaries of art. | Review Dalí's various art forms and their impact on modern art. | Children will write a paragraph on why Dalí was more than just a painter. |
| Lesson 4 | 45 minutes | Timeline templates, markers, Dalí's biography books | Review major events in Salvador Dalí's life. | Children will create a timeline of Dalí's life using key dates and events. | Display completed timelines in the classroom. | Timelines will be assessed for accuracy and completeness. |
| Lesson 5 | 45 minutes | Coloring materials, paper, examples of Dalí’s work | Discuss how Dalí’s work relates to everyday life and imagination. | Children will create their own surreal artwork inspired by elements in their lives. | Share and discuss each other's artwork. | Assess creativity and connection to Dalí's style. |
| Lesson 6 | 45 minutes | Projector, computers/tablets, internet access | Recap Salvador Dalí’s impact on the world. | Children will research how Dalí's art continues to influence contemporary artists. | Share findings in small groups. | Assess research skills and understanding of Dalí's lasting influence. |