Before the Coffee Gets Cold Lesson Plan

Exploring Picasso

Kind of Activity:

Artistic Response

Objective:

Students will analyze the mention of Picasso in the novel as it is connected to themes and emotions in the story and then create their own art inspired by what they've learned about Picasso's art.

Structure:

Begin this activity by discussing the passage mentioning Picasso in this section of the reading. Provide some background on Picasso's art, emphasizing his innovative and abstract approach. As a class, analyze Picasso's role in the novel. Discuss how the author uses this reference to convey certain themes or emotions. Explore the connection between the mention of Picasso and the characters or...