Wonderpath: Quarter 1 – WONDER (Middle School Level)

Theme: WONDER | Ages 11–14
Artists: Leonardo da Vinci, Alexander Calder, Maria Sibylla Merian

What happens when curiosity becomes a compass?
In this story-rich, art history–infused curriculum, middle school learners will explore wonder as both subject and skill—through the notebooks of da Vinci, the kinetic play of Calder’s sculptures, and the exquisite botanical studies of Merian.

Designed for creative, neurodiverse, and curious minds, each week introduces a new “chapter” in these artists’ lives, with open-ended prompts and hands-on activities that honor your learner’s autonomy, imagination, and developing worldview.

What’s inside:

• A seasonal, fully illustrated PDF guide (digital tier)

• Living biography chapters with rich vocabulary + visuals

• Project-based activities rooted in art, science, and storytelling

• Printable wonder journals, artist explorations + scavenger hunts

• SEL connections, cultural context, and thoughtful reflection prompts

• Appendices with standards, glossaries, booklists, and more

Whether your learner is a quiet observer or a passionate builder of ideas, Wonderpath invites them to see themselves in the great story of human creativity—past, present, and future.