School Tours: Renaissance Art
Grades 6–12
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What radical changes in art and life marked the period known as the Renaissance? Students explore new artistic developments of the period and learn how they were based on scientific discovery—as seen in the representation of the human figure—and on the rise of humanist philosophy.
Looking and Learning Skills
During four to six tour stops, students engage in activities—such as looking exercises and working in small groups—that foster conversations about works of art. The following skills are promoted:
- Making and voicing careful observations
- Formulating questions that demonstrate curiosity and engagement
- Comparing and contrasting different visual representations of Renaissance ideas
- Reasoning with evidence from the paintings themselves
- Connecting tour ideas to prior knowledge of Renaissance art and culture
Group Size: Up to 60 students
Length: 60 minutes
Meeting Location: West Building, Rotunda, Main Floor
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What Gallery resources are available on this theme?
- NGALoanfinder: Inquiring Eye: Renaissance Art
- NGAKids: Inside Scoop on Leonardo
- NGAKids: Inside Scoop on Castagno
What is object-based teaching and learning?