What is more playful than a wet, shaking dog? A painting of one that includes splatter painting and finger painting, that’s what. Students will draw and paint a dog ready... Learn More
This lesson is based on the iconic Earth and Sky collages by American artist, Lorna Simpson. Students will enjoy searching through magazines to find the perfect face or profile for... Learn More
This monster is more than just brightly colored and textured, he is also concerned about social-emotional development. In this lesson, students will create their own color monster, based on the... Learn More
These beautiful mariposas, “butterflies” in Spanish, are sure to be a bright and lively addition to your art room. This lesson was inspired by the colorful artwork of contemporary Mexican... Learn More
Clay projects are always a favorite in the art room and this clay slab owl that can be made from either air-dry clay or kiln-fire clay and made to be... Learn More
This simple but punchystill life, inspired by American artist William H. Johnson, offers two versions with different material options, making it a perfect lesson for your second graders regardless of... Learn More
This lesson and the accompanying discussion page are intended to open a dialogue with students about diversity as well as explore the significance of memories and external influences in shaping... Learn More
Your second-grade students will love making their very own carp streamer based on the traditional koinobori flown for Children’s Day in Japan. In this lesson, students will create unity by... Learn More
This unique pink dolphin is sure to have your students jumping for joy. Based on the real life pink pigmented Amazon River dolphins, this lesson features three different drawing choices... Learn More
This lesson features knot-tying fun for all ages; even your youngest students can create a functional, beaded bracelet. Students in grades K-2 will use a deceptively simple twist weaving technique,... Learn More
Clay projects can definitely be a “labor of love,” but seeing your students excited to take home what they’ve made makes it all worth it. In this lesson, students will... Learn More
This exciting lesson gives students the opportunity to create their own personalized sketchbooks using both embossing techniques and bookbinding. There are three different variations included inthis lesson, making it appropriate... Learn More
Wow your students with this fiber art lesson that combines a fun fabric-dyeing technique using Sharpies and rubbing alcohol with some basic pillow-making skills. Worried about your younger students? Your... Learn More
This multi-grade, scaffolded lesson offers a fun papier-mâché lesson for all grade levels and abilities. From just the basics to adding a custom armature, this lesson explores so many possibilities... 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
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
After a long, chilly winter, what is more wonderful than those first few blossoms of spring? In this lesson, students will grow their printmaking skills by using three different printing... Learn More
Spring weather welcomes kids outside and there is something so freeing about that first spring bike ride. Inspired by Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, these bold bicycles will reinforce shape, color... Learn More