Imagination Station
What is one benefit of using your imagination in art or performance?
problem-solving, self-expression, stress relief, or sparking new ideas
Name one thing that could inspire an artwork.
music, nature, memories, objects, photos, books, or art
What tool did we use today to collect and connect our ideas?
a mind map
Name a way we used imagination during today’s warm-up.
creating and passing a sound and motion around the circle
What is a “primary source” of inspiration?
something original and personal you can look at, listen to, or touch — like a photo you took, an object from home, or a memory
How can movement or sound spark creativity?
because they wake up your brain, encourage play, and spark unexpected ideas
When you create a mind map, what goes in the very center
the central theme or main idea (like “Nature,” “Memory,” etc.)
If your mind map says “Nature,” name two possible inspiration sources
a leaf, a bird song, a tree in the park, a weather pattern, etc.
What is one similarity between visual art and performance when using imagination?
both use imagination to turn ideas into a form that communicates something to others
True or False: Imagination is only important for artists
False — imagination is useful in all areas of lifE
Why is it helpful to connect inspiration to something personal, like a memory?
because it makes your artwork or performance more meaningful and unique to you
Why is reflection an important part of the creative process?
because reflecting helps us improve, understand what worked, and make stronger choices in the future?
Describe one time outside of school when you used your imagination to solve a problem.
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Choose one of your own ideas from today’s mind map and explain how it could grow into a project.
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Imagine you’re designing a project inspired by your neighborhood—what medium would you use (visual, physical, or performative) and why?
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