In this texture-filled lesson that has extra emphasis on creating depth through layers, your students will learn about and create the tallest mountain in the world, Mount Everest. Creating the... Learn More
The paintings of the American West depicts the lives of Native Americans, complete with beautiful sunsets, bison hunts and vast plains. As part of my unit of Native American Costumes,... Learn More
These Mexican tacos look great enough to eat! Students will get to be art chefs while they build their own three-dimensional tacos on a decorative plate. The variety of toppings... Learn More
This mixed media Iranian teapot collage has layers of interest and nuance that come together to create a unique and lovely result. Students will start by using printmaking to stamp... Learn More
This double-decker bus lesson is a pop of bright color and joy, isn’t it? It makes me want to hop aboard and see where the bus takes me. This lesson... Learn More
Hula Lullaby by Erin Eitter Kono is a beautifully illustrated book about the sights and sounds of a Hawaiian luau. I love how the bright illustrations pop against the dark,... Learn More
Printmaking is so fun for students, and this lesson keeps the process simple. Students create mono prints by painting and folding their paper to create reflections of shape-focused stilt houses... Learn More
When you see the striking red coat and tall bearskin hat, you’ll recognize the iconic military men and women this lesson features: The Queen’s Guard. In this lesson, students will... 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
These textured, floating market boats have all sorts of fun details for students to create. In this lesson, students will create their own boat, containing a plethora of items, made... Learn More
Peru is known for the beautiful woven textiles that are made into rugs, blankets and clothing. This lesson is an opportunity for your students to use pattern to create their... Learn More
If you have a stack of magazines to recycle, this is a great mixed-media lesson to use them up! Based on the stilt houses of Brazil, this lesson features a... Learn More
Your fourth grade students will not only learn how the Grand Canyon was made, but also create their own paper version in this lesson that combines a little bit of... Learn More
Inspired by the vibrant and lush window boxes that adorn homes in the German state of Bavaria, this sweet window box is full of charm and rich art-making techniques. In... Learn More
Who couldn’t help but smile when looking at this happy alpaca? This cheery lesson is filled with opportunities to explore texture; both implied texture in the alpaca’s fleece and tactile... Learn More
Capture some Canadian spirit in your classroom by creating these Canadian Mounties with your 4th graders. Students will draw along with you to create their Mountie but then get to... Learn More
Your fifth grade students will love the variety of art-making techniques found in this two-part lesson inspired by the rainforests of South America. First, they will have a chance to... Learn More
Make the fastest land animal on Earth the subject for your next fifth-grade class with this technique-rich cheetah lesson. Students will create a background full of depth that they will... Learn More