Spring 2013 Statewide Teacher Workshops for Elementary Teachers

These VMFA Teacher Workshops can be held at your location or at VMFA. Full-length (2.5-hour) workshops can also be scheduled throughout the year. The cost for these sessions is $150, which provides the workshop experience for up to 35 teachers (minimum of 15). Participants receive resource packets with background information, lesson plan suggestions, vocabulary, and CDs of images.

For questions or to book a workshop beyond the Richmond metropolitan area, email jeffrey.allison@vmfa.musem or phone 804.204.2671. In the Richmond metropolitan area, email twyla.kitts@vmfa.museum or phone 804.204.2662.

Chapter 3: Art History of the Ancient World through Children’s Literature

Don’t miss this unique and entertaining exploration of the art and cultures of Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome through books for children and young adults. This adventure includes hands-on activities and discussions of picture books, chapter books, and nonfiction works. (All of the books recommended and examined in this workshop are newly chosen in 2011 – 2012, but the resources include selections from previous years if you haven’t booked this workshop before.)

 From Jamestown to Williamsburg: A Century of Change

What happened in the world in the century following the settlement of Jamestown? How did the Columbian Exchange change life on four different continents? What new ideas were brewing? This workshop explores the 17th century through works of art in VMFA’s collection — and complements two statewide traveling exhibitions (which you can book for your school).

Our Classical Heritage: Greece and Rome  

What can you learn from Greek vases, Roman coins, marble statues, and golden jewelry? Find out in this hands-on workshop that explores the natural resources, architecture, politics, and sports of ancient Greece and Rome.