Bats are amazing animals, though they often have a bad reputation and are scary to students (and teachers)! This lesson features some friendly bats that you can pair with a... Learn More
While we are sleeping at night, many animals are just getting up! Nocturnal animals, like Little Owl, are up at night instead of during the daytime. This simple watercolor resist... Learn More
Do you remember the feeling of wonder exploring the world for the first time with a flashlight in the dark? This lesson captures the curiosity and surprise that a walk... Learn More
Students will love creating this lush, nighttime jungle scene, featuring a flock of moonlit macaws. Their bright, neon colors will contrast against the dark night sky, and a focus on... Learn More
This lesson is a juxtaposition of drawing from observation to create realistic animals that are surrounded by whimsical, brightly colored foliage that trends towards unrealistic. What I love about this... Learn More
Have you ever looked up at a lit window and wondered what the people were doing inside? This lesson allows students to create their own narrative about a home through... Learn More
Who doesn’t have fond childhood memories of chasing fireflies around at dusk during summertime? This lesson embodies the wonder and excitement of exploring outside after the sun has set. In... Learn More
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