Social Justice & Graffiti Tour
Explore identity, equity, diversity and inclusion, while considering how graffiti can express individuality and promote conversations around social justice.
Explore identity, equity, diversity and inclusion, while considering how graffiti can express individuality and promote conversations around social justice.
Duration
2 Hours
Grade
4-12
Group Size
up to 150
Price
$15/student + HST
Languages
Tours offered in English & French
Tour Info
Through discussion, role play and small group work students will explore identity, diversity, power, equity and inclusion, while considering how graffiti can express individuality and promote conversations around social justice.
• Explore what identity means and consider how our individual identities shape our experiences in various social contexts
• Consider how forms of expression can help to make positive social change
• Learn the history of graffiti as an artform and culture, and examine how it explores social issues in Toronto and beyond
• Explore works by iconic Canadian artists like Uber 5000, Poser, Elicser and La Bamba
• Consider ways to make our societal structures and systems more equitable and inclusive
Available in English & French.
*Warning: there may be coarse language on some works
Start location: St Andrew’s Playground Park.
End location: Scadding Court Community Centre and Market 707, with an array of diverse food options.
Curriculum Connections
The Arts – Visual Arts: students explore the elements and principles of design, develop skills and techniques in creating visual art, and learn about Canadian and international artists.
Social Studies – Citizenship and Identity: students explore their own identity and the identities of others in their community and in Canada.
English – Oral Communication: students develop their oral communication skills through a variety of activities, such as storytelling, role-playing, and group presentations.
English – Media Studies: students begin to develop their media literacy skills by analyzing and creating media texts.
The Arts – Visual Arts: students explore a variety of artistic styles, techniques, and media.
Social Studies – Citizenship and Identity: students explore Canadian history, politics, and social issues, as well as global issues related to citizenship and identity.
English – Oral Communication: students further develop their oral communication skills through activities such as debates, speeches, and media presentations.
English – Media Studies: students further develop their media literacy skills through analyzing and creating a variety of media texts, such as film, television, advertising, and social media.
Need To Know
When teachers book a tour for their class they will receive an information package that will:
-> outline any in-class preparation activities to be done prior to the tour
-> list materials & items that students should bring on the day of the tour
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Testimonials
“The Art Walk was amazing; my grade 6 students got to walk, climb, draw and photograph Toronto. I look forward to taking this field trip every year.”
–Andrea C, Grade 7 Teacher, Toronto District Catholic School Board
“Our students enjoyed all aspects of the walk, but if I had to pick a favourite, it would be the reporter-on-the-street activity. We were amazed how they took to it and the courage they demonstrated in approaching the public. The follow up assignments were excellent also. We had them complete the news article as individuals and the advertising assignment in their groups. The rubrics were also well thought out.”
