On a Beam of Light (6th Grade)

On a Beam of Light explores the life of Albert Einstein, the scientist, and Albert Einstein, the artist, through both a chapter book and a picture book. The module explores the idea of how one person’s trash can be someone else's treasure. Students will learn about buildings and visual artists from around the world as they travel from Paraguay to Europe to the United States. Throughout the module, students will have opportunities to study pointillism and create original design while getting a taste of what it’s like to be both a scientist and an artist. Before you begin... Each Artful Reading Module is flexibly designed for a 2-3 week duration. Lessons are marked for Before-, During-, or After-Reading to guide your planning. We have added a sample of a Before Reading lesson entitled Card Construction for you to preview. Each lesson is designed in an easy to read format, with standards, materials needed, and step-by-step directions to ensure you are fully prepared when it’s time to deli