Secondary Lesson Plan Template

3D Forms verses 2D shapes

Name of class: Art 1
Length of class: 90 minutes
LEARNING GOALS

Standard 1
Understanding and applying media, techniques, and
processes
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Student will be able to problem solve while creating 3D forms.

Student will be able to measure, draw, cut, score, and glue a 2D
shape to make a 3D form.
CONTENT

SKILLS:

Terms
Cube, Pyramid,
Tetrahedron,
etc.

How to measure with a ruler.

Tools
Ruler
X-acto Knife
Cutting Mat

How to plan ahead and draw each side of a

3D form onto a 2D surface. How to break
forms down/map out.

How to cut and score safely and accurately

with an X-acto Knife.

How to bend folds and attach edges to

create 3D forms.

RESOURCES/MATERIALS NEEDED

Paper
Pencil
X-Acto Knife
Cutting Mat
Ruler
Computers/Internet
LEARNING PLAN (How will you organize student learning in this lesson?

ACTIVATE

Students will be shown examples of 3D forms found in nature and

found in architecture.
ACQUIRE & APPLY

1. Collaborative Problem Solving:

Students will be divided into small groups (3-5 students). Each
group will be given a paper cube. Together, they will decide how
that paper cube was created. They will be given paper, scissors,
and glue to recreate the cube within 10-15 minutes.
2. Discussion/Demonstration:
Each group will have a turn to present their cube and to name 1
thing that they found difficult. Afterwards, the teacher will do a
demonstration using the white board (or overhead projector) of
how to measure and plan ahead to create a cube. The teacher will
explain how to plan ahead using tabs/flaps when connecting
edges.
For the second part of the demonstration, the students will gather
around an area to watch the teacher use an X-Acto Knife. The
teacher will explain safety procedures and how to cut/score (cut
edges, score folds). The teacher will then explain the assignment
and expectations.
3. Research and Work time
Students will be allowed time to use computers to research
how to create 2D shapes. Student will use the remainder of
class to work on creating 3D : Cube, Pyramid, Tetrahedron,
etc.
4. Reflect
The last 5-10 minutes of class students will complete an exit slip.
Students will use their sketchbook to write an entry about
something that they found difficult and something that they
learned. They will draw a quick sketch of a cube mapped out.
**Use the large and small group discussion to evaluate the student
involvement and excitement. Use a thumbs up/down/middle to
gauge how well the students understand the assignment and how
enthused they are.
ASSESSMENT

Pre-Assessment:
- Any sculptural or 3D piece of art they have previously
created.

Formative Assessment:
- Group presentation of their collaborative shape
- Large and small group discussions
- Exit Slip Sketchbook entry and cube drawing
Summative Assessment:
- 2D shapes Constructions, Craftsmanship
- 3D forms Constructions, Craftsmanship
- Reflection
Differentiation

Instruction
- Multiple Intelligence:
- Writing on board and handout, pictures on board and
handout, tangible examples within classroom, small group
discussion, large group discussion, computers available for
research
- Extensive demonstrations are available for those who need it
Assessment
- Rubric can be adjusted as needed
- Presentation of their work can be written or oral