Lesson Plans

Explore Wright’s Pathway of Discovery at the Frederick C. Robie House and interpret your experience through sculpture.

Investigate buildings Wright designed to uncover the unique geometry that was at the heart of his design legacy.

Design a tree-house inspired by Wright’s concept of Organic Architecture.

Conduct an in-depth exploration of building materials through the classic tale of The Three Little Pigs.

Examine how various design elements can impact the way a space looks and feels by creating art glass drawings.

Explore texture, pattern, and geometry in nature and design through Wright’s textile blocks.

Investigate symbolic imagery and how it helps to tell a building’s story.

With the help of the Robie House’s art glass windows, observe and record changes in shadows.

Think critically about the designed world by re-imagining an object’s design to improves its form and function.

Explore different types of line and how this design element can serve as a launching point for a design or work of art.

Learn about and participate in the process of historic preservation by condiering the definition of “landmark” and crafting persuasive letters.

Build with Froebel blocks and explore the the designs of man-made and natural landmarks.