Unit 18: The Praying Hands by Albrecht Dürer

Link to Artwork: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praying_Hands_(D%C3%BCrer)#/media/File:Albrecht_D%C3%BCrer_-_Praying_Hands,_1508_-_Google_Art_Project.jpg

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Virtue Focus: Prayerfulness

Week A: Observation + Thinking

Thinking Routine: Connect – Extend – Challenge

Day 1 Activities:

• Silent observation of the artwork

• Use the thinking routine: Connect – Extend – Challenge

• Connect the image to Scripture and virtue. Discuss meaning, symbolism, and emotional impact.

Site members, get FREE Thinking Routine printable sheets here.

Day 2: Journal Prompt

What does this artwork teach me about Prayerfulness?

Week B: Creative Response

Day 1: Artistic Expression

Creative Task: Trace your own hands and decorate them with prayers, symbols, or Scripture.

Day 2: Sharing and Reflecting

Prompt: What do your hands do when they are at peace?

Click here to go to Unit 13: Blue and Green Music by Georgia O’Keeffe