Extension Activities

CARBON ART INTERPRETATION IDEAS

Directions:

The film Carbon uses a unique storytelling approach of personifying the element of carbon as though it were a human. Below are six choices for art projects based on that same idea of treating carbon as a person. Pick one of the project ideas and use information from the film along with additional research to synthesize your understanding of carbon in a creative piece.

Have fun while also making sure your interpretation is accurate to carbon’s “personality traits” and role in the universe!

Design a “Missing Persons” Poster for Carbon

Include details like where they might have been seen last, who they might be with, etc.

Write and Perform a Monologue from Carbon’s Perspective

Share observations on current events in the world and environmental issues from carbon’s perspective.

Create a one-page “Personal Ad” for Carbon

Include details like interests, personality traits, and what they might be looking for in a partner.

Draw a Comic Strip of a Day in the Life of Carbon

You can either depict actual processes of carbon in the real world, or create a character personification of carbon.

Film an Interview with Carbon

Partner with a friend, to film a news style interview in which one of you plays a personification of carbon and the other plays a journalist. Discuss carbon’s role as a member of your community.

Write a Song About Carbon’s Role in the Universe

Either compose original music or write parody lyrics to an existing song. You can find Karaoke versions of songs online to perform your lyrics over.