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Introduction to the Frida Kahlo Text Set - Part 1

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Introduction to the Frida Kahlo Text Set - Part 1

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I chose to create a set text around Frida Kahlo because she one of the most influential artist within the 20th century. Many of her art included self portraits and depicted gender roles that she protested through her emotions. In elementary schools her work is often looked at to compare her different styles of art such as surrealism, realism, and and Mexican folk art. Frida grew up in a culturally diverse home as her father was German and her mother was Mexican, all while living in Mexico herself. Frida had many set backs within her life although this only influenced her art through her feelings.

With this text set I have chosen various multimodal texts and prints that not only highlight her beautiful art, but highlight who she was as a person. Each text engages students to learn about Frida, her culture, and meanings behind the paintings. Students would have the opportunity to view her artwork, listen to a podcast, and read multiple texts around her life. Most text gives details regarding who she was as a person and an artist. Other text has more detailed information about what motivated her to paint. Many students within my clinical placement enjoy going to art, as this is a way for them to be creative outside of the classroom. I think my clinical students would be intrigued on Frida Kahlo and why she was such a big influence in the art world.

My experience when searching for texts within this set was fairly easy. There were various books to find whether that was Barns and Noble, Amazon, and online in general. It was also easy to find multimodal examples such as the digital art tour, and digital walkthrough of Frida's house. The only part that was more difficult to find was the podcast I used for one of my multimodal responses. Advice for teachers I would give who use this text set, would be after students learn about who Frida is, you could have students draw on their own. Frida was know for different styles of art such as surrealism, symbolism, and modern art. Depending on the grade level, students especially in elementary school could do an art activity with symbolism!

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The Story of Frida Kahlo - Informational Text

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The Story of Frida Kahlo - Informational Text

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Grade Level :

2nd-5th Grade

Type of Text :

Biography

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Biography

Beautiful Life: A Focus on Identity

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this text because students may not know who Frida Kahlo is. This book gives an introduction as to who she was as a person, but also her artwork and what influenced her pieces.

CCSS ELA Standard (2nd Grade):

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI 2.2

Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, and why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text.

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

Informational Text :

This text is a biography based on Frida Kahlo and her life. The book begins of discussing where she is born, the date, and gives a map in Mexico exactly where. They also state her real name which is Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderon. This would be beneficial as students would be able to see what country and where she was born/lived the majority of her life. The book also explains the love for her country which is not only shown in the way she dressed, but is shown through her paintings. Students will also be able to have the chance to learn about her diverse home life as her mother was a Jewish Hungarian German immigrant. Within the target text it talks about how Frida became sick and was on bed rest although does not get into specific detail. The target text is a basic chronological order of Frida's life, while this book is more in depth.

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My Little Golden Book About Frida Kahlo - Target Text

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My Little Golden Book About Frida Kahlo - Target Text

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Grade Level :

Ages 1st-3rd Grade

Type of Text :

Children's Non-fiction

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Informational: Factual Context

Biography

Race/Culture Concepts : Examining Differences and Commonalities

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this text because this book is more geared for younger children. The text mentions struggles in her life such as when Frida contracted Polio as a child. Although this book  goes about harder topics such as illness with a softer approach for younger audiences. This text also is very inspiring for readers as it shows Frida's persistence no matter what life threw at her.

CCSS ELA Standard :
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.1.2

Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

Text Complexity Chart :

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DWwX1KwihVV23FnlHUQP7dHFGKh2WxHV89S_wS9Xyto/edit

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Grade Level :
9th-12th Grade
Type of Text :
Non-fiction
Diverse BookFinder Categories:
Race/Culture Concepts : Examining Differences and Commonalities
Informational : Factual Content
Beautiful Life : Focus on Identity
Reasons for Including Text:
I included this text as it is a book for older children. It goes more into depth than a children's book about the struggles within her life often tied with her husband, and her political stance while living in Mexico. Many of the pictures of her artwork in this book are amazing although suited for older children as some contain nudity.
CCSS ELA Standard :
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.2
Determine two or more themes or central idea of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to produce a complex account; provide an objective summary of the text.
Target Text for Quad Text Set :

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The Secret Book of Frida Kahlo - Hook Text

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The Secret Book of Frida Kahlo - Hook Text

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Grade Level :

5th-7th Grade

Type of Text :

Fiction

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Beautiful Life: Focus on Identity

Informational: Factual Content

Reasons for Including Text:
I included this piece of text because rather than a focus on just pictures, this book offers a story. There are aspects that are true about Frida's life, although the author eventually takes a turn and forms a storyline based on Frida's life. I think students would enjoy this book especially after learning not only about her but her work. This would give students the opportunity to read about a creative story alongside someone they are learning about.

I would just make students aware what parts are factual within the book and what is fiction.
CCSS ELA Standard:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.3

Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and elaborated in a text (e.g., through examples or anecdotes).

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

Hook Text :

This would be a good hook text that could be read to students. Although this book is more challenging and a higher grade level, reading a piece of this book would draw students in. The book has factual pieces within about Frida's life although it is fiction because some parts are made up. This would draw students in and become curious about her life and want to read more.

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Grade Level :

Elementary

Type of Text :

Multimodal - Video
Information
Non-fiction

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Not applicable

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this Youtube video because it helps students visualize who she is and some of her paintings in a kid friendly manner. This video is more so about her life rather than just focusing on her paintings.

CCSS ELA Standard :

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.7
Analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to the meaning, tone, or beauty of a text (e.g., graphic novel, multimedia presentation).

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

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FRIDA KAHLO FOR KIDS | LOU BEE ABC SELF PORTRAIT ARTIST

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Roots, 1943 by Frida Kahlo  - Visual Text

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Roots, 1943 by Frida Kahlo  - Visual Text

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Grade Level :

Elementary

Type of Text :

Multimodal - Image

Painting

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Not applicable

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this multimodal image because I think this is a powerful painting that students can view. After reading about her life and what influenced many of her paintings, this gives students an opportunity to really view. I would also have students come up with what they think the painting is suppose to mean and represent as a way to create discussion.

CCSS ELA Standard :

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

Visual Text :

This visual text will get students interested in the topic as they will be curious about the artwork. Having students view this on the board for example, they can come up with their own understandings of the image. Students can write down on a note or a sticky card they are able to then share with the class or with a partner to bounce off ideas. Students will have various thoughts and understandings that it will be diverse. When mentioning that the woman in the picture is Frida Kahlo, students will be intrigued and more inclined to learn about her.

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Frida Kahlo - Expressing Feelings Through Art

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Frida Kahlo - Expressing Feelings Through Art

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Grade Level :

Elementary

Type of Text :

Podcast

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Not applicable

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this podcast because it in details describes how Frida was feeling and why she painted what she did. Some students may have confusion on certain paintings and what they depict. By listening to this podcast, students will be able to have a better understanding about the background/reasoning for many of her paintings.

CCSS ELA Standard :

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.3.2
Determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

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Expressing Feelings Through Art: Frida Kahlo’s Colorful World

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In this episode, we dive into the colorful world of Frida Kahlo and explore how her life and art can inspire young hearts. Join us as we journey through the fascinating life of this iconic artist and learn about her unique style, influenced by surrealism, magical surrealism and Mexican folk art.<…

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Grade Level :

Elementary

Type of Text :

Multimodal-Virtual Tour
Informational

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Not applicable

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this virtual tour because it gives students the chance to virtually see Frida's home in Mexico. This gives students the chance to see where she lived including some of her paintings, and her creative space where she painted. Students have a glimpse of a culturally different house than what they may be used to in the United States. Her house is full of color influenced by Mexican culture.

CCSS ELA Standard :

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.7
Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively(e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, time lines, animation, or interactive elements on Web pages) and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of the text in which is appears.

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

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3. If you wish to be removed from our database or to update your information, you may at any time request to be removed or to have your information corrected via an e-mail to: t.toledo@museofridakahlo.org.mx or in writing to the Dirección del Museo Frida Kahlo, Londres 247, Colonia Del Carmen Coyoacán, Alcaldía Coyoacán, C.P.

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Dallas Art Museum Virtual Tour - Frida Kahlo 

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Dallas Art Museum Virtual Tour - Frida Kahlo 

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Grade Level :

Elementary

Type of Text :

Multimodal - Virtual Tour
Informational

Diverse BookFinder Categories:

Not applicable

Reasons for Including Text:

I included this multimodal of a virtual tour because it gives students the chance to observe how Frida Kahlo's artwork is hung within an art gallery setting. This offers the opportunity to virtually walk through the gallery and learn more information than in a children's book that students may find fascinating.
One thing to make sure is that none of the pieces of art display nudity.

CCSS ELA Standard :

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.3.7
Use information gained from illustrations(e.g.,maps, photographs) and the words in a text to demonstrate understanding of the text (e.g., where, when, why, and how key events occur)

Target Text for Quad Text Set :

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