This lesson introduces Vincent van Gogh in a light-filled, colorful way. Students will learn how to layer their artwork by cutting a symmetrical vase plus organic shapes for paper sunflowers.... Learn More
This lesson features a fun-to-draw and paint court jester who is very talented at juggling. In fact, he is so talented that he is able to keep six colored balls... Learn More
Studying Matisse and his amazing paintings is always a successful undertaking. I consider his art the basis of a no-fail art lesson, as no matter what a child does to... Learn More
Projects for older students can often take several sessions to finish. This Great Wave lesson is an exception. The trick to its quick completion is a very easy drawing paired... Learn More
These richly colored still lifes, inspired by French artist Paul Cézanne provide the opportunity for students to begin drawing from observation to draw and paint the shapes and compositions that... Learn More
These painted panels inspired by Henri Matisse are the perfect mix of processes to keep 6th grade students engaged. First they will make painted paper with tempera paint and texture... Learn More
I love the message in the book Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne and Max Lang, which is, you are allowed to feel your feelings and not just slap on a happy... Learn More
This lesson features a fun-to-draw and paint court jester who is very talented at juggling. In fact, he is so talented that he is able to keep six colored balls... 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
I love James Marshall’s retelling of this classic tale. Goldilocks is revealed to be a “naughty little girl who does exactly as she pleases.” This art lesson catches up with... Learn More
In this jazzy lesson, your students will be learning about some of the greatest jazz players of all time. Each page in the book, This Jazz Man by Karen Ehrhardt,... Learn More
This lesson was inspired by the book Mummy Cat by Marcus Ewert which tells the story of Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut’s cat who finds himself awakened from his mummified state to... Learn More
With their long tusks and shaggy fur, woolly mammoths were unique animals that lived during Prehistoric times. With the popularity of the movie Ice Age, I was inspired to use... Learn More
Over and Under the Pond by Kate Messner and illustrated by Christopher Silas Neal is the inspiration for this art project. It combines the perfect amount of text with beautiful... Learn More
Blue jeans have become a staple in nearly all closets. How many children are wearing jeans in your classroom today? My guess would be nearly all of them! Jeans have... Learn More
This quick portrait lesson uses only simple supplies like paper, oil pastel and cake tempera paint and focuses on line, shape and space. Inspired by the energetic art of William... Learn More
In this lesson, children draw a generic portrait of a man in a bowler hat and then use simple mixed-medium techniques to paint and add contrast. Covering the face with... Learn More
This lesson uses simple supplies: paper, oil pastel and cake tempera paint. Students draw a detailed camel and add decorations with an oil pastel on white paper. Depending on your... Learn More