A graphic novel that follows the neighborhood adventures of teens in Chicago as they wrestle with designing the city they want, need and deserve.
Chicago’s Architecture Education Landscape Report
This report is the result of a community-based effort to document and describe the K-12 architecture and design education opportunity landscape in Chicago.
This report is the result of a community-based effort to document and describe the K-12 architecture and design education opportunity landscape in Chicago.
About the report
The study analyzes patterns across two data sets. Data Set 1: The Community Survey, gathered information via a survey that targeted K-12 architecture and design education organizations. The survey collected information about program accessibility; eligibility and sustainability as well as data parallel to what is available in the Chicago City of Learning Data Portal. Data Set 2: Chicago City of Learning Data, consists of information about programs offered by city agencies and youth-serving organizations.
Educator Resources & Curriculum
- Activities
Hands-On Activities
Explore architecture and the built environment using all of your senses through hands-on activities about science, math, art, reading and writing, and social studies, using things you can find around the house (Ages 5-12)
ActivitiesBuild-It Design Challenges
Use your imagination and work through the Design Process to solve a problem and create your own unique construction, then share your results!
Field Trips
Looking, touching and making are essential for learners of all ages. CAC field trips include tours and hands-on workshops that will engage your students with the built environment and their role in it.
