Mimicking the view of a spinning, trick performing snowboarder, this kinetic artwork has a landscape that really spins “reflected” in the snowboarder’s goggles. This movement is created by simply positioning... Learn More

These gingerbread houses are full of interactive surprises with opening and closing doors and windows. This lesson includes two options for completion: introducing masking fluid with watercolor paint or a... Learn More

There is something magical about watercolor, and this lesson is all about exploring different techniques to create texture with watercolor. The simple addition of a few materials like salt and... Learn More

These four birds have one thing in common with each other: the letter “D.” The first step in drawing each of them is to begin with the letter “D,” which... Learn More

In this Skin Tone Rainbow lesson, students will focus on mixing a variety of skin tones using watercolor paint, while also combining line and shape to create a lively rainbow... 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

Students always enjoy lessons that include their name, so this project is sure to be a hit. Based on the intricate shape and line artwork of Togolese painter Joseph Amedokpo,... Learn More

Portraiture is not always fun for kids in fifth grade. They become a bit self-conscience and sometimes sabotage their efforts in an effort to stay humble. Drawing a friend in... Learn More

If you’ve ever seen Lisa Congdon’s illustrations, you’ve no doubt noticed the high contrast, bold colors, flowing lines and happiness that exude for Congdon’s artwork. In this lesson, students will... Learn More

This lesson allows students to dive deeply into a chosen emotion and pair lines, colors, patterns and facial expressions that match that emotion. As an opening activity, students can fill... Learn More

These beautifully colored oak leaves, inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe are sure to brighten up your art room. Focusing both on mixing to make tertiary color, as well as using analogous... Learn More

This lesson is based on the Danish concept of hygge, which is the feeling of comfort and joy. Students can either use the provided source images to create a still... Learn More

I have a feeling that you will want to pick up a paintbrush and join your students when you teach this lesson. There is something magical and calming about drawing... Learn More

In this fun fifth-grade lesson, students will be making their own folk art-inspired cityscapes. Students will incorporate elements of folk art, like expressive colors and a flattened sense of space... Learn More

What could be more tropical than a bright pink flamingo frolicking on a beautiful beach? This lesson was inspired by Flamingo Beach, located on the island of Aruba, where flamingos... Learn More

In this vibrant lesson, students will use drawing from observation to create a realistic animal portrait, based on the artist Tamara Phillips. They will then add curved lines to the... Learn More

Your sixth-grade students will enjoy this minimal-supply lesson that allows them to think like an architect. They can choose between designing their own Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired house within a landscape... Learn More

This one-class period lesson, based on the book The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates, is about inclusiveness and being open to including and helping everyone. Along with an SEL... Learn More