Book Making
VISUAL ARTS AND CONTEMPORARY CRAFT
K-8
HALF DAY
FULL DAY
Students learn various techniques and use creative materials to design and create a unique book to use for art, writing or craft.
Choose from the following:
• Accordian books (half day, grades 1-3)
• Handbound books (full day, grades 4-8)
Breaking Bread
PERFORMANCE, ART... AND MORE
9-12
Your class has the rare opportunity to meet with leading artists and discuss their art forms, their choices and the facilitation of these choices. A monthly lunch offers a rare glimpse into the creative process of contemporary visual artists, performers, editors, producers and writers. More information will be posted shortly!
Discover the Waterfront
URBAN STUDIES
1-3
FULL DAY
We ask students how they would design the waterfront and to consider who uses it. This programme adapts to your needs and explores the endless possibilities of land and water, along with its impact on humanity and nature.
Ecological Footprints
URBAN STUDIES
6-8
FULL DAY
An exciting programme exploring historical and contemporary ecological footprints around the Toronto Harbour and its neighbourhoods.
Kensington Market and Chinatown: Our Neighbourhoods
URBAN STUDIES
6-8
FULL DAY
Dynamic and full of rich traditions, the ever-changing demography of Toronto is reflected in its neighbourhoods. The smells, sights and sounds of a myriad of cultures are revealed in the gifted hands of our School Visit educators.
Media Literacy
URBAN STUDIES
5-8
FULL DAY
Students create art and learn about contemporary work in the media. Choose from the following disciplines to tailor your visit:
• Digital Photography
• Media Literacy
• Music and Social Justice
Understanding Hip Hop
URBAN STUDIES
5-8
FULL DAY
Students discover the roots and elements of hip hop, its contemporary impact and its ability to empower self expression.
Urban Dance
URBAN STUDIES
5-8
FULL DAY
Students develop their own urban dance vocabulary, becoming acquainted with a method of expression through movement and discovery.
Urban Dance in Social Context
PERFORMANCE, ART... AND MORE
9-12
HALF DAY FULL DAY
We explore the ramifications of the global youth explosion through hip hop dance, music and art culture. It’s all about respect – how to achieve it and who deserves it. Harbourfront Centre’s Dalton Higgins – one of Canada’s foremost experts in this field – has worked with our Art Educators to provide unique insight into this global phenomenon.
Who’s Got the Power?
URBAN STUDIES
9-12
What is an operating system? What are my choices as a consumer? Through this intensive one-day programme, students explore the power of the media and have the chance to express their voices and opinions through your choice of medium:
• Advertising Media Study
• Digital Photography
• Podcasting
