Murals+Walls+that+Sing+Reinforcing+Activity

__**Objective**:__ Students will be able to describe the concept of diversity and give examples using murals from various communities.
 * //Murals: Walls that Sing// Reinforcing Activity **

__** Materials ** : __ The book //Murals: Walls that Sing// Computers Internet access Paper and Pencils (if needed)

__**Allotted Time:**__ 50 minutes

__**Procedures**:__ After reading the text out loud, split students up into pairs or small groups. Have each group select one of the murals presented in the children’s book (with each group picking a different mural). Encourage the groups to do further research about the mural shown, whether in the library or on the computer. After students research their murals, have each group or pair share their mural with the class, identifying the culture represented.

After everyone has presented, the teacher can lead a discussion with some or all of the following questions:
 * What were some of the cultures depicted in these murals?
 * How does having all of these cultures make the United States unique?
 * What does diversity mean?
 * How do these murals demonstrate diversity?

Included below is a graphic organizer to help students sort their information.

The mural we selected is: Page: || Answers (remember to record where you found the answers!) || What do you know about the artist? What culture is he or she from? ||  || How does this mural express diversity? ||  || __**Assessment**:__ Teacher can collect graphic organizers in order to check for student understanding and provide further instruction if needed. During discussions teacher can monitor class and answer questions, providing feedback when needed.
 * Names:
 * Who designed/ painted the mural?
 * Where is the mural painted? ||  ||
 * What culture(s) does the mural represent? (Support your conclusion with at least 3 pieces of evidence) ||  ||
 * What is the artistic style of the mural?

__**Extended Activity**:__ Students can draw their own murals describing their own neighborhood or story and discuss reasons why they drew what they drew.