For second-grade students, this lesson based on the Matryoshka dolls that originated in Russia is the perfect vehicle for a low-prep lesson on line, shape and repetition. Students will begin... 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
Your second-grade students will love exploring the variety of painting techniques found in this lesson inspired by the great white sharks found in Oceania. First, they will explore wax resist... Learn More
Ready to create beautiful, symmetrical artwork for Day of the Dead? Grab your markers, sheets of white paper, a few crayons and let’s celebrate the Day of the Dead with... Learn More
An art project about a lizard that is the size of a person is sure to get your students’ attention! This Komodo dragon created with a warm color scheme set... Learn More
Koi fish are a favorite subject of many art teachers for obvious reasons; they’re relatively easy to draw and have wonderful markings. In this lesson, students will use different types... Learn More
Take your students on an imaginary trip to Polynesia! You find yourselves at a traditional Hawaiian luau where you can feel the island breezes off the ocean and hear the... Learn More
The Chinese dragon is considered to be the ultimate symbol of good fortune. In Chinese culture, it is believed to possess noble qualities and magical abilities. The Chinese people believed... 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
This chameleon project is perfect for children to explore multiple watercolor techniques while fine-tuning their drawing skills. Students will first learn how to draw the interestingly-shaped body of the chameleon.... 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
The Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of the United States for over 130 years. Guide your students in drawing Lady Liberty and then let them decide how they... 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
Self-portraits are a great way to draw students into a subject and this lesson is no different. Students will draw themselves as warriors in the ancient Chinese Terracotta Army. A... Learn More
Whether your students are already skilled mangakas (mangaka is the Japanese word for manga artist) or are newly introduced to the unique style of Japanese comics and graphic novels, they... Learn More
What is more exhilarating as a child, than their first jump off the high dive into a swimming pool? This lesson, based on the children’s book Jabari Jumps by Gaia... Learn More