Art and Nature: Developing Creativity and Critical Thinking Through Observation

Investigate the curricular connections between art and nature with Cleveland Botanical Garden and the Cleveland Museum of Art.

This one-day teacher workshop focuses on the topics of birds, bird adaptations, and the trees and plants birds depend on as the inspiration for observation and description. Attendees acquire classroom skills and strategies that align with the creative and critical-thinking goals of both content areas in the PK–12 curriculum. Participants engage in hands-on experiences that utilize concepts and methods from art and science. We explore the collections and grounds of the botanical garden in the mornings and the art museum in the afternoons. Through this workshop, participants learn to connect their curricula with the exciting resources available at both institutions.

This event is intended for educators who currently teach students in preschool through high school.

Cost: $100 (includes a kit of materials to use in your classroom)