In this session, participants will see and hear about the recent work of 5th / 6th graders at Akili Academy in New Orleans, LA. In afterschool enrichment, students have been exploring the themes of "The Will to Adorn" while making their own patterns, paintings and symbols. We will discuss inspirations for the curriculum and reflect on adapting visual arts projects for varying age levels. This session is a case study feature of "The Will to Adorn" conference series, hosted by the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. Presented by: Jenna Bonistalli, KID smART Original Airdate: December 11, 2013 You can stay connected with the Smithsonian's upcoming online events and view a full collection of past sessions on a variety of topics.: http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/educators/events/online_events.html