Explore non-traditional movement styles and consider how many elements can be introduced into individual dance pieces. Details »
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Explore the art of writing for the movies and using life experiences to help create story ideas. Learn about visual storytelling through writing and discussion of imaginary and real characters. Details »
Investigate legitimate and commercial art and examine the cultural roots of hip hop. Explore the importance of rhythm in poetry and hip hop. Details »
Examine the impact of Rachel Carson's fable Silent Spring and discuss the issues Carson highlighted. Understand Carson's impact on the environmental movement. Details »
Analyze and discuss what details should be provided on Nutrition Facts panels on food packaging. Develop a personal philosophy statement about what consumers should be able to learn about their food. Details »
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Great American Authors
Delve into works by authors Maurice Sendak, Ralph Ellison, Katherine Porter and F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Shakespeare and the Renaissance
Explore the Elizabethan era as it relates to William Shakespeare's plays and sonnets.
