4th and 5th grade CLUEsters are doing a study on Chasing Vermeer. It is a fascinating novel that teaches young readers about art, writing, math, and history in a way that is fun and exciting. Through an art theft and other mysterious happenings, the main characters, Petra and Calder, become friends, grow to be more courageous, and solve an art crime.
We went to Dixon as our culminating regional exploration. We learned the history of the Dixon family and the museum. We also learned about many of the artists mentioned in the book. Finally, students synthesized their information to create an art piece in the style of one of the famous artists in the museum.
We went to Dixon as our culminating regional exploration. We learned the history of the Dixon family and the museum. We also learned about many of the artists mentioned in the book. Finally, students synthesized their information to create an art piece in the style of one of the famous artists in the museum.