Lesson Plans

Experiment with opaque, transparent, and translucent materials to create an original work of art.

With the help of the Robie House’s art glass windows, observe and record changes in shadows.

Create a nature collage with found materials, inspired by the design of Fallingwater and its colors.

Design a new building based on observations of lines, shapes, and patterns seen outside the classroom window.

Consider the role of pattern in design and then design a unique pattern for a model community.

Create a class quilt inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and his love of the earth. This lesson teaches students about how fruits and vegetables grow and examines how community gardens can help address childhood hunger.

Find inspiration in the world outdoors by creating and painting with paintbrushes made from found natural materials.

Explore the landscape that inspired Wright and illustrate elements of a prairie.

Apply Wright’s concept of organic design to the redesign of your classroom space.

Using Wright’s love of reading and the unique geometric patterns he designed as inspiration, create a patterned weaving of a literacy superhero.

What makes up the ideal community? Explore how Wright’s unique design philosophy applies to city and neighborhood design.

A part of the Neighborhood & Cities series.

Investigate your community to explore private & public buildings and preservation. Then, design Wright-inspired buildings with recyclables.
A part of the Neighborhood & Cities series.