Lesson Plans

Apply Wright’s concept of organic design to the redesign of your classroom space.

Explore elements of design and Wright’s use of geometric shapes in order to create a textile collage.

Explore the landscape that inspired Wright and illustrate elements of a prairie.

Find inspiration in the world outdoors by creating and painting with paintbrushes made from found natural materials.

Create a class quilt inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and his love of the earth. This lesson teaches students about how fruits and vegetables grow and examines how community gardens can help address childhood hunger.

Consider the role of pattern in design and then design a unique pattern for a model community.

Create a digital self-portrait in the style of Amy Sherald using Wright’s textile designs.

Explore the concrete textile block homes designed by Wright, then create a clay tile incorporating patterns and textures inspired by Wright’s designs.

Explore two notable Wright-inspired Prairie style buildings in the Chicago parks system and design an original Prairie style park structure.

Examine how ratios can impact a design then build your own Prairie style masterpiece with the same ratio as the Robie House.

Uncover a work of art in your community and investigate its story and significance. Then create an interpretive artwork to share your discovery.

Explore an underutilized space with the intention of redesigning the space.