This sweet lesson that is based on the popular children’s nursery rhyme, Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, creates the perfect opportunity for your youngest students to explore some simple printmaking with... Learn More
Painting processes and poetry are combined in this lesson that will have students exploring different painting techniques and writing their own color poem. Students will focus on value and texture... Learn More
Merge poetry, math and art in this lesson that has been inspired by the poem Talented Bees from the book Counting in Dog Years and Other Sassy Math Poems by... Learn More
In this dynamic lesson, students will focus on movement, rhythm and shape while creating their own city at night that has been inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s painting The Starry... Learn More
This lesson introduces Vincent van Gogh in a light-filled, colorful way. Students will learn how to layer their artwork by cutting a symmetrical vase plus organic shapes for paper sunflowers.... Learn More
This lesson, inspired by the Vincent van Gogh’s famous Starry Night painting, combines oil pastel, the double-loading technique and a bit of painted paper to create a stunning rendition of... Learn More
Capture a close-up of a gallery display in this lesson that features a 2D representation of 3D art. To get started, students will focus on shape and balance as they... Learn More
Students will become art curators for their own miniature gallery in this quick 3D lesson. After creating pop-up pedestals, students will dive into choosing and creating the artwork for their... Learn More
The outcome of this lesson will be as varied as your students. After cutting out a symmetrically-balanced, organic shape, students will turn the shape into a creature called a “Whatif”... Learn More
This organic shape collage lesson introduces young learners to Henri Matisse’s artwork in an exciting way. Students will love the process of creating painted paper and then using the paper... Learn More
These lively paper panels, inspired by Henri Matisse, are sure to excite your second graders with their bright colors and energizing lines. Setup and clean up are a breeze with... Learn More
This is a perfect lesson to do with fourth graders at the end of the school year because it will use up all the scraps of paper you have thrown... Learn More
Inspired by educator Terry McManus’ project, these dynamic cut paper dancers embody the spirit of Matisse’s artwork. This is a perfect lesson to use up your scrap paper in the... Learn More
This lesson, inspired by Henri Matisse was discovered on the Incredible Art Department website. This lesson was submitted by Michelle Peacock of Mohave Middle School. This is a perfect lesson... Learn More
This cute little crow is ready to dazzle your youngest students as they learn about shape and color. Simple materials make this lesson a quick one, which only needs one... Learn More
This fun and punchy lesson will have your students celebrating as they create a balloon letter out of paper fit to complete any party scene. Shadows and highlights are added... Learn More
Dancing is an important part of many cultures and used in many celebrations worldwide. Your students will be able to join the fun by creating a paper dancer that will... Learn More
Visit the Netherlands in this lesson that is based on a painting by Impressionist Claude Monet. Students will focus on line and space as they create a colorful field of... Learn More