Lesson #1
Have you heard of a place called Ghana Africa?
I would love to see your art that you make at home in this way.
The Coat of Arms of Ghana
Standards
Social Studies = K-2 SSP.01, K-S SSP.02, K-S SSP.03
Visual Arts = K-2.VA.Cr1.A, K-2.VA.Cr1.B, K-2.VA.R1.A
Most countries have a coat of arms, a visual symbol which originated in medieval Europe to establish identity in battle, but later a part of a system of hereditary symbols to denote alliance. You probably saw the U.S. coat of arms within the Presidential Seal on the podium. The coat of arms for Ghana was adopted in 1957, and is composed of a shield, divided into quarters by a St. George's cross. Other symbols and their meaning include: 1). The crossed linguist staff and ceremonial sword which represent the local administration, 2). a castle on a sea with represents the national government, 3). a cocoa tree which represents Ghana’s agricultural wealth, 4). a mine shaft represents Ghana’s mineral wealth, 5). a lion in the center represents the link between Ghana and England, 6). a black five-pointed star on top standing on a wreath of red, gold and green, representing African Freedom, 7). eagle supporters on each side with black star medals attached to ribbons symbolize strength with sharp eyes watching over the country, 8). the motto is FREEDOM AND JUSTICE. The modern day country of Ghana, which means “Warrior King,” is not a centuries-old country, like many on the African continent. However, its impact on the entire African continent is vast. It exists in an area that was once the former Gold Coast, so named due to the existence of gold which was used by royalty of the West African region.
Does the US have a Coat of Arms? Most states do not employ coats of arms, but have chosen to use seals as their official emblems, but the United States has a coat of arms. The U.S. Constitution prohibits federal and state governments from conferring titles of nobility and there are few noble coats of arms in the country. However private persons, including several past presidents, employ coats of arms either granted to them, or which they inherited. Since there is little official regulation on arms, except for the official seals, badges, insignia, decorations and medals of the country and the states, many private individuals have assumed arms, in addition to those who inherited them, or had them granted by or registered in another country.
The Coat of Arms of Ghana
Standards
Social Studies = K-2 SSP.01, K-S SSP.02, K-S SSP.03
Visual Arts = K-2.VA.Cr1.A, K-2.VA.Cr1.B, K-2.VA.R1.A
Most countries have a coat of arms, a visual symbol which originated in medieval Europe to establish identity in battle, but later a part of a system of hereditary symbols to denote alliance. You probably saw the U.S. coat of arms within the Presidential Seal on the podium. The coat of arms for Ghana was adopted in 1957, and is composed of a shield, divided into quarters by a St. George's cross. Other symbols and their meaning include: 1). The crossed linguist staff and ceremonial sword which represent the local administration, 2). a castle on a sea with represents the national government, 3). a cocoa tree which represents Ghana’s agricultural wealth, 4). a mine shaft represents Ghana’s mineral wealth, 5). a lion in the center represents the link between Ghana and England, 6). a black five-pointed star on top standing on a wreath of red, gold and green, representing African Freedom, 7). eagle supporters on each side with black star medals attached to ribbons symbolize strength with sharp eyes watching over the country, 8). the motto is FREEDOM AND JUSTICE. The modern day country of Ghana, which means “Warrior King,” is not a centuries-old country, like many on the African continent. However, its impact on the entire African continent is vast. It exists in an area that was once the former Gold Coast, so named due to the existence of gold which was used by royalty of the West African region.
Does the US have a Coat of Arms? Most states do not employ coats of arms, but have chosen to use seals as their official emblems, but the United States has a coat of arms. The U.S. Constitution prohibits federal and state governments from conferring titles of nobility and there are few noble coats of arms in the country. However private persons, including several past presidents, employ coats of arms either granted to them, or which they inherited. Since there is little official regulation on arms, except for the official seals, badges, insignia, decorations and medals of the country and the states, many private individuals have assumed arms, in addition to those who inherited them, or had them granted by or registered in another country.
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Name________________________ Grade Level______________
Activity - Print or draw and make a seal that represents you and your family.
1. What will be your motto?
2. What symbols represent your family history and parent’s jobs?
3. Is there an animal you want to represent your family?
4. What 5 colors will you use?
Activity - Print or draw and make a seal that represents you and your family.
1. What will be your motto?
2. What symbols represent your family history and parent’s jobs?
3. Is there an animal you want to represent your family?
4. What 5 colors will you use?
Lesson #2 is the only one you must do today!!
Lesson #2 Watch video and answer the question.
Lesson #2 Watch video and answer the question.
Good Job so far. You are paying attention. If you did the longer lesson by mistake, you can still turn it in under the assignment called "Q3 Art Portfolio." |
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If the video link does not work you can copy this: https://youtu.be/HoXyw909Qu0
Answer this question on the teams art page : If an artist makes an artwork and it is misunderstood by the viewer, is it the fault of the artist or the viewer?
Answer this question on the teams art page : If an artist makes an artwork and it is misunderstood by the viewer, is it the fault of the artist or the viewer?