Picture the Renaissance

This activity-based resource book is a valuable tool for middle and secondary school teachers interested in creating Social Studies and Language Arts units. It can be used year after year; its reproducible pages can be duplicated as needed, and its solid spiral binding and heavy paper make it a long-lasting addition to every teacher s library. This easy-to-use and clearly organized book highlights period artists, architects, writers, craft workers, philosophers, scholars and public officials. The city of Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, and Rome, its enlightened counterpart, are focal points. Picture the Renaissance is self-explanatory. Historical facts and examples are provided for discussion and research on matters of importance and interest in Social Studies, History, Literature, Music and Art. Selected stories, literature, and primary sources document the major movements and thinking of the period and serve as inspiration for creative language exercises. Major architectural designs and innovations are presented. Paintings and sculptures are displayed with suggestions for art activities and Scientific discoveries are highlighted. 12 Fascinating Chapters: 1) The Renaissance: Overview of a New Age 2) Architecture and Architects 3) Exploration and Explorers 4) Inventions and Inventors 5) Literature and Authors 6) Music and Musicians 7) Painting and Painters 8) Sculpture and Sculptors 9) Science and Scientists 10) The Reformation and Counter Reformation 11) Renaissance Life 12) A Renaissance Festival Dozens of Reproducible Activities, Including: Maps, Timelines, Architectural Plans, Art Activities, and Costume Designs.