Start saving up those whipping cream and half and half cartons from the holidays, and milk cartons from the cafeteria for this collaborative art project that will have students painting... Learn More
Put discarded cardboard shipping and cereal boxes to good use with this collaborative lesson based on the work of American sculptor Louise Nevelson. Students will focus on shape and form... Learn More
In this lesson, students will focus on form, texture and space while using simple materials like paper strips and cardboard scraps to create their own freestanding paper tornado sculpture. Want... Learn More
In this fun, mixed-media lesson, students will learn about contemporary artist Stephanie Temma Hier and her amazing mixed-media art that combines ceramic sculpture and realistic oil painting. Students will work... Learn More
Inspired by the geometric mirror mosaics of Iranian artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, this metal embossing lesson has many layers of interest. Students will draw their own geometric design that has... Learn More
Start saving up those empty toilet paper tubes because your students are going to love this introductory printmaking lesson that will have them creating a piece of art featuring groovy... Learn More
This bright, kinesthetic lesson inspired by the undulating, repetitive designs of the 1970s is perfect for first graders who are always busy on the go. With a focus on creating... Learn More
This bright, punchy lesson is inspired by the incredible diversity of flowers that grown in tropical rainforests. In this lesson, students have the choice of drawing from a drawing guide,... Learn More
Students love working with clay, but maybe firing a kiln isn’t an option for you or you’ve just decided to do it with your older students. With this quick Model... Learn More
Students will enjoy getting their hands dirty in this fun clay lesson that focuses on form and texture. Don’t have access to a kiln? No problem. This lesson works great... Learn More
Second-grade students will practice their pinch pot-making skills while creating these simple turtle sculptures that are based on turtles found in freshwater habitats like lakes and ponds. Not only will... Learn More
Your students will love making these magical little freshwater frog pond habitats that will fit in the palm of your hand. With a focus on form, this lesson will help... Learn More
This layered paper diorama is inspired by the lush flora ad fauna of temperate rainforests. Featuring simple materials, this lesson allows students to explore the wonder of a diorama scene... Learn More
A classroom full of these cute, colorful little freshwater beavers are sure to make you smile. In this lesson, students will build on their ceramic handbuilding techniques by combining two... Learn More
Your fifth graders will enjoy “feeling” the ripples and waves found in freshwater bodies of water with this coil pot lesson that will have them rolling coil after coil as... Learn More
Graffiti ranges from simple words to complicated, multi-colored images and is often found in urban settings. In this lesson, students will practice their thin to thick lettering skills and create... Learn More
Are your students amazed by axolotls? Maybe there is another freshwater creature that they find fascinating. This lesson blends research with art and provides students with a lot of room... Learn More
Freshwater habitats are teeming with life and activity. In fact, mentioning freshwater to your students might even remind them of experiences swimming at the lake or even fishing. In this... Learn More