Talking Points: Thinking About Architecture
A collection of imagery and sources designed to introduce the idea of architecture to primary aged children.
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Thinking About Architecture
Use the following videos to introduce the idea of architecture to young children.
Architecture According to Pigeons, Illustrated by Natsko Seki.
Imagine A World Without Architecture
Questions to Ask Children
What would birds see as they flew over the place you live in?
Which buildings would stand out?
Would they see patterns and shapes?
Can you imagine architecture from other perspectives? How would a dog see your local environment? How do YOU see your local environment?
This Talking Points Is Used In...
using sketchbooks to make visual notes
Show me what you see
