This quick 15 minute activity is a hybrid between a guided drawing and a free choice activity! It is an especially engaging activity for all students; both the ones who... Learn More
This quick 5 minute activity is a great independent activity for students with basic reading skills. It is low-prep and encourages creativity and a good dose of silliness, which students... Learn More
In this lesson, students will draw a simplified portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with a focus on creating a bejeweled crown, using geometric shapes and angular lines to create facets... Learn More
Kindergarteners will begin their study of the Ancient World by drawing a simple Easter Island Head and adding basic lines in the background that look like an abstract landscape (bumpy,... 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
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
You’ll notice that this lesson has a short materials list! But, the few materials still make for a high impact lesson. It’s perfect for older students who have the focus... Learn More
Ancient Egyptians buried their dead in elaborately decorated coffins called a sarcophagus. The after-life and customs surrounding death were a large part of the Egyptian’s customs and culture. The sarcophagus... Learn More
This Simple Sandcastle Draw Along lesson involves minimal materials and a step-by-step drawing guide for your substitute teacher.... Learn More
Start by reading to your class “Not A Box” by Antoinette Portis and talk about how a simple box can turn into many things! This lesson involves minimal art supplies... Learn More
Your substitute will be able to confidently instruct and follow along with your students in this step-by-step lesson. Students may additionally use handouts and drawing guides to create multiple variations... Learn More
Substitute teachers will be able to teach and draw along with students, creating an adorable llama with the help of out “Llama Drawing Guide”... Learn More
When I was a kid, I loved creating my own scratch art. I would color a page in my notebook with bright colors and then color over the whole thing... Learn More
Young students get a chance to create a detailed drawing of Victorian Era fashions using markers, crayons and liquid watercolors. This multi-media technique is based on the principal of using... 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 lesson is based on symmetry, so as far as teaching kids cool subjects, this one is perfect. In my opinion, there is nothing more pleasing to the ear than... Learn More
Learning how to manipulate paper into shapes and then placing them on a piece of paper to create an object is a big deal for young children. In this lesson... Learn More
This project is steeped with art standards and techniques. Inspired by Geraldine Elschner and Peggy Nile’s book, The Cat & Bird- a picture book inspired by Paul Klee, students learn to draw... Learn More