In this lesson, students analyze photos and murals about plastic pollution and discuss the messages they convey. They critique artwork using guiding questions and write structured paragraphs explaining the artist’s message and offering their own creative suggestions.

Inquire: Students view images of plastic pollution around the world and share the message the photos convey.

Investigate: Students learn about art activists and use artwork critiquing question cards to view two art murals.

Inspire: Students evaluate artwork with a partner and then write a response identifying the artist’s message through the artwork.