The Arts · Years 7–8 · CREATE
Think like an artist
Turn an idea into a work that makes people feel something.
Choose your inquiry
The whole class works on the same inquiry, in any term. Over two years you do both.
- Inquiry A · about 4 weeksHe Kōrero Auaha: Art That SpeaksYou have something to express — about your place, your identity, or an issue you care about. Artists translate ideas into form so others feel and understand.You'll make: An original work with artist statement for class exhibition or school performance.Open this inquiry →
- Inquiry B · about 5 weeksTransforming Ideas into FormA community or school event needs work that communicates clearly — not decoration, but intentional art. You will develop, refine, and present for a real audience.You'll make: A refined original work with documented process for public exhibition or community showcase.Open this inquiry →
Your journey: CREATE
Every The Arts inquiry moves through the same stages.
- Stage 1: Connect
- Stage 2: Respond
- Stage 3: Experiment
- Stage 4: Arrange
- Stage 5: Transform
- Stage 6: Exhibit
Explore more
Trusted New Zealand sites to use alongside your inquiry.
- Te Papa Collections Online ↗
Te Papa
Artworks by New Zealand artists to respond to.
- NZ On Screen ↗
NZ On Air
New Zealand film, music video and performance.
Topics
- visual arts
- dance
- drama
- music
- creative process
- artist statements
- exhibition
Ready to run it with your class?
Free trial for NZ schools. One combined Years 7–8 class, any term.