Lynn Richardson – författare

Lynn has designed this colorful children''s calendar as an organizational tool for teachers who use the SIOP (Sheltered Instructional Observational Protocol) model of instruction. Lynn is an artist who holds a Masters Degree as an ESL teacher. She has developed several lesson plans using art as a venue to help diverse language learners understand and learn how to use proficient English. The SIOP model is the result of the work of Jana Eschevarria, MaryEllen Vogt, and Deborah Short. Lynn wanted to honor them by creating this calendar which helps students comprehend content material.

"Self-Portraits Through The Ages of Art History" is a course that provides context for English language learners so they may experience self-discovery through the venue of art. It is designed for young adults on the journey college level and can be adapted to all educational levels. When art is incorporated into an ESOL core curriculum it enhances student''s engagement, comprehension, increases whole-brain activity, and challenges overall growth in their learning process. Upon completion of the course students will be able to identify and recognize six periods of art history, learn new vocabulary, and be able to express their feelings through the written word, oral discussions, and experience self-discovery through the venue of art. They can make interdisciplinary connections as they explore the life and times of self-portrait artists and create their own art and self-portraits from the perspective of different time periods and artists.

The SIOP model is the result of the work of Jana Eschevarria, MaryEllen Vogt, and Deborah Short. Lynn wanted to honor them by creating this calendar which helps students comprehend content material.