A Rearing Horse, Leonardo Da Vinci

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Before sharing the Art Print with students, show them a reproduction of Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci's iconic masterpiece. Briefly explain da Vinci's importance, and how he was a scientist in addition to being an artist. Share the Art Print and its title. Ask students to offer ideas of the meaning of the word "rearing."

Point out how the drawing actually depicts two horses in slightly different positions. Ask students to explain how this method creates the sense of motion. On another day, bring in precut, articulated, cardboard horse models. (A fun example, from Goo-dEGG Industries, can be found at www.goodeggshop. com.) Show students how to use brads to …