Bridge math and art with this lesson based on the geometric patterns found throughout the Middle East that are incorporated into art, architecture, textiles and more. Students will focus on... Learn More

In this quick printmaking lesson, students will be learning about the seven main types of bridge construction before choosing one to print with liquid tempera and LEGOs on a simple... Learn More

In this quick, low-prep lesson, kindergarteners are introduced to one of the world’s most ancient fruits that most likely originated in the Middle East as they practice both guided and... Learn More

Your first-grade students will love creating fun, symmetrical designs in this quick lesson that uses only colored paper, liquid tempera paints and paint pens, which could easily be swapped out... Learn More

In this lesson, students will explore commonly used shapes in Islamic architecture. They will then create their own vibrant Middle Eastern cityscapes using chalk pastels. Each cityscape will be finished... Learn More

These highly patterned, symmetrical tiles are not only full of learning opportunities, but also rely on very few materials to create a beautiful finished artwork. Inspired by the ornate arabesque... Learn More

This project involves simple materials but delivers beautiful results. Students will begin by reading The Jasmine Sneeze, by Nadine Kaadan, a story about a mischievous cat who lives in Damascus,... Learn More

Your fourth-grade students will love all of the processes involved in this lesson that focuses heavily on printmaking and is inspired by the turquoise Raqqa ware pottery found in Syria.... Learn More

These luminous lamps, based on traditional and contemporary mosaic lamps from Turkey, are sure to light up students in your art room. This fifth-grade lesson features several different options to... Learn More

One of the best things about this sixth-grade lesson inspired by Arabic calligraphy and the book Silent Music is that it can be customized to be as low or high... Learn More

Bridge math and art with this lesson that is based on the geometric patterns found throughout the Middle East that are incorporated into art, architecture, textiles and more. Students will... Learn More

The Middle East has a rich history of artistic traditions, but the area also has a thriving culture and amazing, futuristic architecture. The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain... Learn More

This lesson features a fun twist on the traditional kindergarten experiment of growing a bean plant seedling. Your students will love watching the bean grow through the greenhouse window. Use... Learn More

This stand-alone recycling truck lesson offers two different versions for you to choose from; a smaller, colored paper version that can be done in one class period or a larger,... Learn More

Celebrate International Beaver Day on April seventh with your first graders by creating a piece of art based on the world’s second largest rodent. In this lesson, students will begin... Learn More

This bright and colorful ocean painting has a twist that will get your students talking about plastic pollution in the ocean, but more importantly, the steps they can take to... Learn More

Learning about the life cycle of a frog is pretty amazing, especially when it is paired with a story about courage and growth that your students can easily relate to.... Learn More

Rotting vegetables and fruit rinds may not be your typical art room subject matter, but in this fun-filled, third-grade collage project, the spotlight shines on them as students create their... Learn More