FREE Leonardo da Vinci Unit Study at 3 Reading Levels

In the continuation of our Famous Scientist Series we will be learning about a famous scientist that was a multi genius. Leonardo da Vinci was a brilliant scientist, inventor and one of the greatest artists of all times.

Who was Leonardo da Vinci?

One of the most influential men of the Italian Renaissance era, Leonardo da Vinci was a pioneer scientist who was ahead of his time with his discoveries and research.

He actually began the start of the Scientific Revolution. His scientific method paved the way for scientists to research and study for years to come.

Since he was an amazing artist, his sketches for his inventions and scientific research were absolutely amazing. He is well known for his studies on human anatomy and animal anatomy. They were so realistic and detailed that his drawings of bird and bat wings helped him to understand flight!

When you learn about da Vinci your children will be immersed in the studies of science, art and history all at once. You can even take it a step further, by adding in art lessons, and creating inventions with STEM experiments. 

FREE Leonardo da Vinci Unit Study

We’ve created free Leonardo da Vinci learning packs to help kids of multiple ages learn more about this scientist and his revolutionary work. Use the whole pack as a small unit study of da Vinci or grab just a couple of page as a supplement to any homeschool curriculum you may already be using.

The free digital printable pack includes:

• Image Analysis of the scientist and/or his or her work
• Read a Passage about the scientist with a place to take short notes
• 5 Key Vocabulary Words from the passages with definitions as well as opportunity to use the word in a sentence and/or draw an image to help your student learn the word
• Vocabulary Flashcards to use 2 ways: fold and learn or cut apart to use as a memory game
• 3-2-1 Reflection which gives a child the opportunity to write 3 things learned, 2 connections made, and 1 thing he or she would like to learn more about
• 3 Multiple Choice Questions with an opportunity to explain the their answer
• 3 Short Answer Questions
• 3 Reflect and Discuss Questions which can be used for personal reflection or to discuss as a family, homeschool co-op or classs.

And because we know that homeschool families may want to learn about the history of da Vinci’s life and work together, we’ve also designed it at 3 different reading levels:

• Level 1 = Approximately Grade 3 reading level
• Level 2 = Approximately Grade 6 reading level
• Level 3 = Approximately Grade 9 reading level

Grab your copy of one or all three reading levels below today!

More Printables and Resources About Leonardo da Vinci:

We’ve also searched the internet to compile a HSG FREE Resource Roundup list for you to give you even more choices. If you want additional homeschool resources to learn more about Leonardo da Vinci then check out these options:

• You can read about the biography of Leonardo da Vinci at Biography.com.
• Davinci biography for kids – Ducksters
• Leonardo da Vinci Printable Biography from Making Art Fun
• All About Leonardo da Vinci – Easy Science for Kids
• Leonardo DaVinci Unit Study with FREE Printable Art Cards – Pinay Homeschooler
• Da Vinci Facts for Kids – Kids Kiddle
• Leonardo da Vinci online unit study for older students on Khan Academy
• Interactive Flip Book About Leonardo da Vinci – Weird Unscocialized Homeschoolers
• Leonardo’s Study of Hands – Thought Co.
• Leonardo Da Vinci Printable Pack and Mini Unit Study – More Than a Homeschool Mom
• Meeting the Master Artists: Leonardo da Vinci Unit Study – Table Life Blog

Art Projects and Science Experiments:

• Create a Mona Lisa Parody FREE Art Project from Techie Homeschool Mom
• Inkblot Art Lesson and FREE Da Vinci Copywork – Harrington Harmonies
• Da Vinci Line Art Drawing Template – Art Projects 
• Build a Da Vinci Parachute Classroom Activity – AMA Flight School
• Physical Science Stem Activity: Build a Da Vinci Parachute and have your kids learn about the arts, engineering, math, and science all at one time! This is a fun project from Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus that goes well with a study of Da Vinci’s inventions.

Biography Books about da Vinci

Here are some great biographies on Leonardo da Vinci to read in your homeschool. Check for free copies at your local bookstore or pick them up at Amazon a favorite bookstore:

Who Was Leonardo da Vinci?Leonardo da Vinci (Giants of Science)Leonardo: Beautiful DreamerLeonardo da Vinci: Artist, Inventor and Scientist – Art History Lessons for Kids Leonardo da Vinci in 30 Seconds I Am Leonardo da Vinci 

Invention and Science Project Books

If you want to add hands-on learning options to school, then these books are great for learning about Da Vinci’s inventions and science projects:

Amazing Leonardo da Vinci Inventions: You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself)Leonardo’s Machines: Secrets and Inventions in the Da Vinci CodicesJournal of Inventions: Leonardo da Vinci Pop-Up BookLeonardo da Vinci: Extraordinary MachinesLeonardo’s Science Workshop: Invent, Create, and Make STEAM Projects Like a Genius Leonardo’s Art Workshop: Invent, Create, and Make STEAM Projects like a Genius

Websites about Leonardo da Vinci:

• This Leonardo da Vinci website has tons of information to dig deep and research about this famous man. There are complete pages devoted to his science, paintings, drawings, sculptures, mathematics, architecture, and quotes.
• Da Vinci Life has biographies broken down by different time periods, information and videos on his paintings. There is lots of detailed information on his inventions, and his works as well as informational videos.
• The Complete Works of Leonardo Davinci is an online collection of all of Davinci’s paintings and his biography.
• Fun da Vinci online puzzle game using Davinci’s inventions
• Great Secrets Davinci Hidden Object Game

Paid Resource: Famous People Notebook: Scientists

Daily Skill Building has created an open-and-go notebooking study called Famous People Notebook: Scientists to explore the life and work of 10 scientists that changed history. This biographical unit studies include text, comprehension questions, written narration, and answers. If you are looking for one book your older students can use to independently explore multiple scientists, then this is a great option!

What to Explore More Famous Scientists?

This is part 2 of our 12 post series on famous scientists. If you would like to add even more scientists into your lesson plans then be sure to go to our Nicolaus Copernicus unit study below to get another free pack.