Development of an Art-Literature Curriculum for First Grade and Fourth Grade

This study investigated using literature as an alternative means to teach the art curriculum. Three widely used integrated curriculum models (Reading Improvement Through Art, Learning Through the Arts, and Champions of Change) were studied and analyzed in search of the best features for art-literature integration. A new curriculum is developed for two different grades using the Fulton County Elementary Art Education Curriculum standards as the foundation. This study used picture books as the catalyst to create an art-literature curriculum. INDEX WORDS: Art education, Elementary art education, Literature, Literacy, Picture books, Integrated curriculum DEVELOPMENT OF AN ART-LITERATURE CURRICULUM FOR FIRST GRADE AND FOURTH GRADE