In this lesson, students explore space, color and value as they sketch their still life and then use liquid tempera to fill the artwork with color. By incorporating value, either... Learn More
In this lesson inspired by Fish’s Provence, students will focus on space, harmony and value as they sketch their own composition, paint with liquid tempera and then boost colors and... Learn More
In this lesson, students focus on line, space and value as they use the included source images to draw their own safari vehicle from observation before surrounding it with an... Learn More
Older students will love using a grid as a tool to draw from observation and create correct proportions. Print out the included grid and the source image for a more... Learn More
In this lesson, students explore what makes roadside attractions so memorable while creating their own paper version that explores space and form. To help them get started, we’ve included a... Learn More
Have you ever seen a mountain that looks like a giant, colorful rainbow? In this lesson, students will create a vibrant landscape inspired by one of the most incredible national... Learn More
This project is one part research project an another part observation drawing, perfect for older elementary or middle school students who love choice and free expression. Use the included planning... Learn More
Using only paper, markers and scissors and glue, students create their very own tube bird feeder and then use folding to create the half cylinder form. Students include the birds... Learn More
This lesson might feature simple materials, but results in a wow finish with a free-standing 3d garden scene. In this lesson, students use layers of paper, adorned with the flora... Learn More
Any discussion about the Arts and Crafts movement would be incomplete without a mention of British designer William Morris. In this lesson, students will learn about the founder of the... Learn More
Pencils are a back-to-school staple and this lesson will have your students turning these versatile tools into a piece of art. In this lesson, students will choose their initial and... Learn More
The butterfly provides a natural lesson on symmetry and balance. In this project, your students will be using their observational drawing skills to create a symmetrical butterfly. Tracing a mini... Learn More
Creating the illusion of form in a drawing can seem like magic to a student, so much that they’ll want to repeat the achievement over and over again. Watch your... Learn More
This layered, textured painting creates the perfect opportunity for your older elementary or middle school students to explore both drawing from observation and mixing liquid tempera paints to create an... Learn More
Imagine a springtime ride home from the farmers market with a basket full of flowers, fruit or fresh vegetables. In this lesson, students will draw a bicycle using the included... Learn More
In this lesson, older students use the oil pastel transfer method and a variety of painting techniques to recreate a beautiful, detailed shorebird and it’s reflection in the water. Oil... Learn More
From desert-dwelling dragons to interesting iguanas, lizards are some of the most common reptile pets. With this colorful lesson, you’ll have a rainbow of lizards ready to line your bulletin... Learn More
Fill your classroom with the vibrantly colored swinging birds from this lesson that uses only minimal materials to achieve a stunning outcome. In this lesson, students will use contour lines... Learn More