These simple trees are a great introduction to the art room for your youngest artists. A few simple lines create branches on a pre-cut circle and then dot markers are... Learn More
Knowing how students get to and from school is an important part of a school’s transportation plan, which is usually emphasized at the beginning of the school year. While some... Learn More
Back-to-school season wouldn’t be complete without backpacks to carry all of the necessities. In this quick lesson, students will cut colored paper to assemble a quick backpack collage. The main... Learn More
Take a break from rules and procedures with this quick, first-day lesson that will have your students focusing on shape while using simple materials to create a drawing of their... 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
There are round things all around us and after completing this lesson, your students will be determined to find even more. Inspired by the book Round by award-winning author Jennifer... Learn More
Who doesn’t love a fluffy, happy cloud and colorful rainbow? Combine the two and you’ll have a project that your students will surely love. Inspired by the illustrations in the... Learn More
Walk along in a winter landscape with this quick, minimal-supply lesson that will have your littles focusing on shape, line and space. To get started, students will tear a strip... Learn More
Cast off on the water with this simple shape sailboat lesson that doubles as an introduction to printmaking for your youngest students. In this lesson, students will stamp a background... Learn More
While it might not be real snow, playing with the puff paint in this lesson is just as fun. Made with equal parts white liquid glue and shaving cream, this... Learn More
This lesson features a fun twist on the traditional experiment of growing a bean plant seedling. Your students will love watching the bean grow through the greenhouse window. Use cardstock... Learn More
If you have a collection of donated CDs, this lesson featuring ornament monoprints is for you. Students will use CDs to create round, decorated Christmas ornaments by painting, adding patterns... Learn More
In this playful lesson, students will explore symmetry, value and expression by creating a silly-faced shark out of painted paper. They’ll practice double-loading their paintbrushes with black and white tempera... Learn More
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with parading penguins and heart-shaped balloons in this quick lesson that features some basic printmaking and focuses on pattern, shape and balance. To get started, students will... Learn More
Spring showers bring…animal umbrellas! With this lesson, students will explore different materials and processes while exercising their creativity. To get started, they will choose an animal. We’ve provided a handout... Learn More
Watch your students glow with holiday spirit as they move through this Christmas-themed lesson that can also be modified for several other holidays. In this collage lesson, students will focus... Learn More
Serve up a triple scoop of fun while reinforcing key art concepts like shape, form, pattern and texture with this summer ice cream cone lesson. Students begin by tracing triangle... Learn More
Robots are a favorite for lessons in the art room because they are an interesting topic and provide so many opportunities for customization. These robots are especially lovable with their... Learn More