I just love this fun lesson that is a unique take on the beautiful architecture of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. With a background of the night sky, this project... 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
Here is a precious lesson that focuses on basic line drawing, coloring and creating the illusion of space while telling the encouraging story of Number One Same by Greg Pizzoli.... Learn More
The series Little People, Big Dreams includes a book by Isabel Sanchez Vegara about the famous female pilot Amelia Earhart. One book illustration in particular caught my eye because of... 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 a good watercolor resist lesson. Fields of crayon texture rubbings and liquid watercolors grace the background of an airplane flying high in the sky. The element of space... Learn More
Your students will love creating a portrait of themselves as an ancient Olympian. Winners of events in the ancient Olympics did not receive a medal, but instead a special crown... Learn More
This ancient helmet is sure to spark the imaginations of your students. As they consider the wars that took place in ancient times and ancient armor, they will enjoy creating... Learn More
In this lesson, children create a Roman bust portrait. Using only white paper, black oil pastel and black chalk, this striking portrait can be as simple or as detailed as... Learn More
If you want an engaging drawing lesson, especially for boys, this is a good one. After talking about the historical context of a Roman gladiator, students will be ready to... Learn More
Your kinders are going to love stamping the brick background and creating clothing for their pigs. You’re going to love how simple and engaging this lesson is. Just imagine the... Learn More
Although I designed this lesson as a way for my students to learn how to apply a watercolor wash and use a watercolor resist, the lesson works great as a... 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
Here is a great lesson that uses oil pastels/crayons and watercolor for a classic resist lesson. Since it is very easy to draw, this Princess and the Pea project can... Learn More
As your students ponder the story of Jack and the Beanstalk, they can create their own tall, tall beanstalk in this fun project. Texture and line come together to create... Learn More
It’s hard to resist a fairy tale like “Cinderella.” It has all of the best elements of storytelling wrapped up in one beautiful fairy tale that has been told in... Learn More
Despite his character flaws in the story of Peter and the Wolf, the wolf is a fun subject for this lesson for young artists. The unique spin that each of... Learn More
Music in undeniably a form of artistic expression that causes a feeling and mood for those listening. This lesson asks the artist to harness that feeling and create a visual... Learn More