How fun are these musical animals playing their instruments by the light of the moon? Students will be able to choose their instrument, then draw their animal around the instrument... Learn More
Imagine sitting outside gazing up at a star-filled sky. How do you feel? Relaxed? Contemplative? This lesson and the accompanying book explore the concept of slowing down and developing a... Learn More
With just a few supplies, your students will be able to create this high-contrast, unique masterpiece! Inspired by the beautiful illustration of Beth Krommes from the book The House in... Learn More
This lesson is a great introduction to self portraits for kindergarteners and gives them a boost of self confidence in the process! This lesson begins with tracing a crown, which... Learn More
When I was searching for a one-time lesson for my kindergarten class before the next rotation started, I looked to the big rig bible, The Big Book of Things That... Learn More
Based on the wonderful illustrations in “School’s First Day of School,” by Adam Rex & Christian Robinson. This lesson is perfect for the start of the school year. Students will... Learn More
Drawing a pumpkin may seem simple but, when I was teaching young students, I noticed that they wanted to draw a pumpkin as a circle with a stubby little rectangle... Learn More
Your first graders will be roaring with delight as they witness colors mix and blend together magically while creating this color wheel lion! In this lesson, students will focus on... Learn More
These whimsical trees based on Canadian artist, Richard Hoedl will captivate your first graders, for sure! In this project, students will draw funky, organic shapes to create tiered trees, then... Learn More
Portraits are a wonderful lesson for 1st graders. They are at an age where they are gaining technical art skills and mastery over their drawings, yet still young enough to... Learn More
Holstein cows are the most recognizable cows because of their stark black patches, soft pink noses and gentle eyes. In my native Prince Edward Island, Holsteins dot the landscape and... Learn More
Can’t you just hear the rushing water and feel the spray in this simple waterfall landscape? Your second graders will be able to jump right in by drawing a simple,... Learn More
This lesson and the accompanying discussion page are intended to open a dialogue with students about diversity and exploring the many different skin tones that make up our world. Students... Learn More
Scarecrows can sometimes be frightening to little ones, so to ensure a happy audience, I bring out my big, stuffed scarecrow that I purchased at a craft store. Typically, these... Learn More
An art lesson about measles? What?! Well, Marva doesn’t actually have measles, she just thinks she does after she stares at green dotted wallpaper and then looks in the mirror... Learn More
If you’ve ever seen Lisa Congdon’s illustrations, you’ve no doubt noticed the bold colors, flowing lines and happiness that exude for Congdon’s artwork. In this lesson, students will create a... Learn More
This lesson is based on the blue pickup in Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle and Jill McElmurry. I was especially drawn to one landscape illustration of this little blue... Learn More
Being different can sometimes be scary, but it can also be beautiful! In this lesson, students will be creating a self portrait that highlights the things that make them wonderfully... Learn More