This lesson uses simple materials and is a fun exploration of the Great Barrier Reef, which is a protected marine park in Australia. In the lesson, students create a simple... Learn More
Have you ever seen a mountain that looks like a giant, colorful rainbow? In this lesson, students will create a vibrant landscape inspired by one of the most incredible national... Learn More
This project is one part research project an another part observation drawing, perfect for older elementary or middle school students who love choice and free expression. Use the included planning... Learn More
In this spring-themed variation of a playful paper sculpture, students create either one or several caterpillars to display on a leaf cut from painted paper or colored sulphite for a... Learn More
Using only paper, markers and scissors and glue, students create their very own tube bird feeder and then use folding to create the half cylinder form. Students include the birds... Learn More
This lesson is based on American artist Beauford Delaney who was best known for being a modernist painter in the 1930’s and 1940’s with the Harlem Renaissance. Using simple materials,... Learn More
In this lesson, students will choose a quote from Angelou from the included handout or by researching on their own. Layered liquid tempera paint and markings made with acrylic paint... Learn More
In this lesson, students focus on line, shape and pattern. A bingo dauber with India ink and a black permanent marker are used to draw the lines and markers are... Learn More
In this fun winter drawing-and-painting lesson, students create a dynamic sledding scene that emphasizes proportion, space and movement. Foreshortening is even practiced when drawing the legs.... Learn More
Inspired by the beautiful book A Little Like Magic, this lesson will guide you in leading students through creating a textured winter landscape topped with a parchment paper ice sculpture... Learn More
The Talking Nutcracker lesson invites students to bring their artwork to life with their own chosen details and a simple pop-up mechanism. To get started, students make a mouth that... Learn More
The Caroling Penguin lesson combines drawing, cutting and a simple V-fold pop-up mechanism to create a cheerful singing bird with moveable beak. Students will fold and cut their bird shape... Learn More
In this hands-on, holiday lesson inspired by The Nutcracker, students are invited to explore pop-up art and creative storytelling by creating a miniature stage with opening curtains that showcase a... Learn More
British designer William Morris’ work showcases principles of the Arts and Crafts Movement. His first wallpaper design, called Trellis, combines geometric and organic shapes to blend the structure of the... Learn More
This low-prep lesson that explores Art Nouveau typography creates a great opportunity for students to learn about art history and design. Featuring an abundance of choice, from the letter used... Learn More
Bring a variety of styles into your art room with this self-portrait lesson inspired by Art Nouveau and the stylized posters of Czech artist Alphonse Mucha. In this lesson, students... Learn More
In this lesson, students focus on both line and shape as they create Anansi, the storied trickster spider from West-African folklore, sitting on top of a unique web made from... Learn More
In this quick, low-prep lesson, students will create a freestanding, layered paper artwork featuring the North American folk legend Paul Bunyan and the landscape of their choice. From purple mountains... Learn More