Oscar Niemeyer

Famous People

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

Students read a brief bio about Brazilian architect, Oscar Niemeyer. In addition to comprehension questions and a vocabulary review, they discuss the idea of leaving behind a legacy.

This lesson mentions communism and political conflict. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
biography
architecture
Brazil

Vocabulary

architect
passionate
studio
honorary
headquarters
a household name
ecstatic
ransack
dabble in
legacy
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane