5th Grade Architectural Collages

5th Grade Architectural Collages

     5th graders took a close look at the work of architects Frank Lloyd Wright and Frank Gehry.  Students learned how to identify structures based on the different styles of both architects. Students also studied some architectural vocabulary and worked on identifying the vocabulary words in a variety of structures. Students were given photocopies of famous structures, structures from architecture magazines and and structures by both FLW and Gehry. Students cut out a variety of parts from different architectural structures and assembled them as a collage, to create their own unique structure. When finished, students had to identify and list all of the vocabulary words that they incorporated into their structures. Using colored pencil to add color and details to the collage was optional. For this project, students worked on the following learning targets:

- I can identify and explain the difference between the work of Frank Lloyd Wright and Frank Gehry.

- I can identify and use a variety of architectural vocabulary in my collage.

-  I can show careful use of craftsmanship and assemblage in my work.