David Zayas Mural

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Secondary Social Studies

David Zayas Mural - Lesson Activity

Read the David Zayas’ Biography and watch his video:

David ZAYAS is a fine artist and muralist. In 2012 he created UN ZAYAS POR DIA project, reaching countries such as Spain, Brazil, Mexico, Paraguay, and the USA. Society is the main theme of his work – Us, human beings. He portrays this theme through images of children, women, and animals.

David Zayas Interview from Beyond Walls on Vimeo.

2. Look closely at the David Zayas' mural. List some of the things David painted that could represent culture and symbolism?

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3. Looking at his work above, why do you think he chose to include a rooster in his mural?

4. List the symbols you would use to represent strength and the fighting human spirit if you created a mural:

5. You've identified things that David included in his mural. What do you think they could symbolize?

Extension Activity

Look at a second mural created by David Zayas. Compare and contrast the murals using the Venn diagram. Then, write a paragraph explaining the differences and similarities.

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Have you seen any of the murals in Lynn before?

Yes

Does studying the murals make you want to go and see them in person?

Yes

Do you think having murals in the city makes it special?

Yes

Did the mural(s), the symbolism, or the artist’s story make you think about your life and experiences?

Yes

What could we do to make the lessons better?

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Secondary ELA