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This lesson plan is a downloadable PDF file, so you'll need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and print it.  Download Acrobat Reader     Date: 01/01/2008 Title: Informational Graphics — The Visual Dimension Discipline: Art, Computer Graphics, Mathematics, Science   Informational graphics communicate information quickly and accurately, explain complex ideas, and draw the reader into text. The Washington Post News Art department produces thousands of artworks each year — the maps, charts and informational graphics that help readers comprehend stories. Examples, activities and an interview with a graphics editor are provided to inspire projects, stimulate visual acuity and introduce career opportunities.   The main lesson addresses these academic content standards.     NIE: for educators: lesson plans: lesson plan details