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
Frida Kahlo has a variety of pets that lived in her home, including spider monkeys. Inspired by her playful spider monkey friends, this lesson features a monkey that is full... Learn More
These three-dimensional flowers are inspired by Mexican artist Diego Rivera and his series of paintings that feature flower vendors as well as his more larger murals. Students can create these... Learn More
This mixed-media flower vendor drawing teaches students how to transfer an oil pastel drawing to create a symmetrical design. This is a useful skill that feels like magic to students!... Learn More
This lesson is a unique take on the color wheel, featuring a bowl or plate of delicious fruit arranged in color wheel order. Using either a bingo dauber with India... Learn More
This lesson gives students a chance to focus inward and think about aspects of themselves they exhibit now on the trunk of the tree and what they would like for... Learn More
This is a great lesson to teach on their first day of school as a way to not only get to know a bit about each student, but also to... Learn More