Learning Objectives	Activities
	Mini-Unit III: Communicating Meaning Sample Theme: Body Language Lesson Twelve Components: cultural/historical, critical/responsive
reflect on how the elements of art, principles of design, images and techniques used convey meaning in works of art explore the relationship visual art has to the other art forms understand that visual art is a form of communication and continue to appreciate the importance of non-verbal communication investigate how visual artists use symbols and other means to convey meaning	Study body language. Refer to television comedies such as "I Love Lucy" or "Carol Burnett" for examples of exaggerated body language. Ask students if they can illustrate a variety of body language messages; for example, "I don't care" or "I got it...". Students should understand that clothes, hair, the look on their face, the way they walk, etc. are all part of their body language. Reflect upon personal experiences which dictate different body language. Look at poster design, photography or film to observe the different trends and similarities in different eras and cultures.