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Ashley Ellis
This artwork and poem was created by Ashley Ellis, a student in Amy Lovell's 7th grade class at Fannin M.S. Ms. Lovell tested language arts lesson plan off the Museum's web site as the basis for this prject in her classroom.		WELCOME TO TEACHERS CHOICE

Teacher's Choice is an on-line resource for teachers of all subject areas. Developed by the Amarillo Museum of Art, this link provides Middle and High School lesson plans based on the Museum's collection to supplement classroom teaching.

The Amarillo Museum of Art is committed to providing quality educational materials to teachers and students throughout the Texas Panhandle and beyond. It is well documented that using the arts in classroom curriculum can:

  • develop critical thinking skills
  • foster higher level learning
  • reach different learning styles

Interview with Jim Jordan

His photographic series, “Looking Up in the Panhandle” 4/12/06

Click here to download the interview.


Using Teacher's Choice

  1. First, select the desired grade level on the bar below.
  2. Then select a subject area section. The sections are divided into subject areas.
  3. Next, link to individual lesson plans. Descriptions are provided.
  4. Finally, please share your comments and suggestions with us. Contact the Amarillo Museum of Art by e-mail (amoa@actx.net) or phone (806) 371-5050. We look forward to your responses so we can use them strengthen these educational opportunities for young people.

Tip: You may go to the IMAGE RESOURCE to view and/or print a copy of any suggested images that are used in Teacher's Choice.

About Teacher's Choice

Teacher's Choice was developed by a group of Master Teachers who worked directly with Museum staff and volunteers.

Jill Breitling, Former Amarillo Independent School District Educator
Devia Cearlock, Bonham Middle School
Denise Clyne-Ruch, Marcus Fellow Intern, The University of North Texas (Summer 2000)
Cathy Frazer-Watkins, Travis Middle School
Cathey Kelly, Amarillo High School
Tim Mohler, Fannin Middle School
Vicki Mueller, Austin Middle School
Denise Olsen, Amarillo High School
Mary Ross, Tascosa High School
Maggie Sartin, Mann Middle School
Kimberly Weeks, Caprock High School
Teacher's Choice is generously funded by The Institute of Museum and Library Services and The Art Museum Alliance.
ElementaryMiddle SchoolHigh SchoolImage Resource

The Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency that fosters innovation, leadership, and a lifetime of learning, supports the operating expenses of the Amarillo Museum of Art.