Summary
Mati and her magical sidekick Dada travel back in time to meet Giotto and discover early paintings that first made people look real and full of feeling. Together they explore his lifelike frescoes that changed painting forever and learn about Italy around 1300. A gentle, funny introduction to a great artist for young viewers.
Viewer safety
All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
Watch how Mati and Dada meet Giotto, then talk it over:
- What kind of art did Giotto make, and what made it stand out?
- What did you notice about Giotto's style — the colors, shapes, or lines they used?
- How did living in Italy around 1300 shape the art Giotto made?
- Which work by Giotto would you most want to see in real life? Why?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: fresco, early Renaissance, emotion
Try it: draw two people showing how they feel with their faces and bodies. Then share one choice you made that Giotto might have liked.