Norms

1. No personal screens

2. No headphones

3. No judgment

4. Try

What’s this all about?

Art and creativity are very important in your brain development.

Here is an article that explains some of the connections. Another article http://www.edudemic.com/creativity-in-the-classroom/

Viewing

Watch this TED talk featuring Elizabeth Gilbert. https://www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_on_genius

While you are watching, doodle! Play around with some of the doodle ideas on the handouts. Decorate your paper.

After viewing

Fast free write- If you do art, why? If not, why?

Name banner- Use the supplies scattered over the room to make a name banner for yourself. Include your name (obviously) and other things that make you happy.