New Jersey State Core Content Curriculum Standards Social Studies:
Standard 6.2 World History/Global Studies: All students will acquire the knowledge and skills to think analytically and systematically about how past interactions of people, cultures and the environment affect issues across time and cultures. Such knowledge and skills enable students to make informed decisions as socially and ethically responsible world citizens in the 21st century.
Strand B – Geography, People and Environment
Strand C – Economics, Innovation and Technology
New Jersey State Core Content Curriculum Standards Visual and Performing Arts:
Standard1.1 The Creative Process: All students will demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles that govern the creation of works of art in dance, music, theater and visual art.
Standard 1.2 History of the Arts and Culture: All students will understand the role, development and influence of the arts throughout history and across cultures.
Strand D – Visual Art
Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.