⁣⁣Lesson Plan: Curious about my Barbie DreamHouse bathroom makeover? Join me as I transform this iconic dollhouse into a stylish and modern oasis!

⁣⁣Lesson Plan: Curious about my Barbie DreamHouse bathroom makeover? Join me as I transform this iconic dollhouse into a stylish and modern oasis!

Grade Level: 3-5

Subject: Art/Crafts

Objective: Students will explore the concepts of interior design, creativity, and repurposing as they give the Barbie DreamHouse bathroom a makeover using recycled materials and craft supplies.

Materials Needed:
- Barbie DreamHouse (or dollhouse equivalent)
- Recycled materials (e.g., cardboard, plastic containers, bottle caps)
- Craft supplies (e.g., paint, glue, scissors, decorative paper)
- Dollhouse furniture and accessories (optional)
- Writing materials for reflection

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of interior design and how it can transform a space.
- Show students pictures of real-life bathrooms and discuss different design elements that can be incorporated.

2. Barbie DreamHouse Bathroom Makeover Discussion (15 minutes):
- Engage students in a discussion about the Barbie DreamHouse bathroom and its current design.
- Encourage them to brainstorm ideas for a makeover, considering elements like color, theme, and functionality.

3. Repurposing Materials (20 minutes):
- Introduce the concept of repurposing and recycling materials to create new items.
- Show students examples of recycled materials that can be used for the Barbie DreamHouse bathroom makeover.
- Instruct students to choose and collect materials they would like to repurpose for their design.

4. Hands-on Activity: Bathroom Makeover (30 minutes):
- Provide students with craft supplies and recycled materials.
- Instruct them to start transforming the Barbie DreamHouse bathroom using their chosen materials.
- Encourage creativity and experimentation with different techniques, such as painting, cutting, and gluing.

5. Reflection and Writing (15 minutes):
- Have students reflect on their Barbie DreamHouse bathroom makeover and discuss the process, challenges, and creativity involved.
- Instruct them to write a short paragraph or create a visual representation of their reflections.

6. Presentation and Sharing (15 minutes):
- Provide an opportunity for students to present their Barbie DreamHouse bathroom makeovers to the class.
- Encourage them to explain their design choices, materials used, and the impact of the makeover on the dollhouse.
- Allow time for questions and discussion about the different design elements and repurposed materials.

Common Core Labels Correlations:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.3.2: Write informative/explanatory texts.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions.
- CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.MD.A.2: Use the four operations to solve word problems involving distances, intervals of time, liquid volumes, and masses of objects.

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