This bright ocean painting has a twist that will get your students talking about pollution in the ocean and the steps they can take to help combat this global problem.... Learn More
Students will be making their own scratch art paper using layers of oil pastels in this Grassland Landscape lesson. Working on small paper means that students can focus on building... Learn More
Learning about the unique layers of a rainforest, from the forest floor to the tops of the trees, is fascinating. This lesson focuses on the element of space with fun... Learn More
This lesson for third-graders is not only a mental vacation, but also a quick lesson that can be completed in one class period. Inspired by the beautiful ocean and sunsets... Learn More
Cute faces on each of the three signals give this urban traffic light lots of fun personality. Your young students will explore mark-making with colored pencils in this line and... Learn More
Known for their characteristic drumming on trees, woodpeckers are a unique bird that mostly live in forests. A woodpecker forages for food by creating holes in trees with its sharp... Learn More
Paddle through the rainforest in a canoe with this bright tropical lesson. Students will get to explore simple one-point perspective as they draw their river and think about the plants... Learn More
These adorable baby sea turtles have hatched from their eggs and are ready to make the long trip to the saltwater sea. In this lesson that has been inspired by... Learn More
Finding a food truck in an urban parking lot is a favorite for both kids and adults alike. In this lesson, students will be able to choose what food they’d... Learn More
This layered paper diorama is inspired by the lush flora ad fauna of temperate rainforests. Featuring simple materials, this lesson allows students to explore the wonder of a diorama scene... Learn More
This fun view of the different levels of a salt marsh is sure to pique the interest of your students. They will learn about creating the illusion of space by... Learn More
This striking lesson explores an urban street at night, lit by a streetlight. Students have a wide range of choice as they create their own cityscape using colored pencils. Simple... Learn More
This shark is ready to prowl the deep blue waters of its saltwater environment. This watercolor lesson focuses on creating realistic value through layering, which is a great technique for... Learn More
Goats might be common livestock on rural farms, but that won’t stop these from standing out. These goats are filled with personality, accessorized and ready to pose. Students will draw... Learn More
Graffiti ranges from simple words to complicated, multi-colored images and is often found in urban settings. In this lesson, students will practice their thin to thick lettering skills and create... Learn More
This whimsical whale is right at home in its colorful saltwater environment. For your older students, learning how to mask, or protect areas, is a great way to encourage fine... Learn More
Grid drawing is a great step towards realism for your older students. It helps them focus on sketching small segments of an image instead of the entire image all at... Learn More
This fun, circular take on traditional one-point perspective will have your students customizing their own urban block in the round, while also learning key drawing techniques. This lesson is quick,... Learn More