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
Working with a solid color, marker transfer or bleeding tissue paper are all options in this quick lesson that has been inspired by Linda Liu’s book Hidden Gem and works... Learn More
There is a beautiful simplicity to this circle collage project that has been inspired by contemporary artist Frank Stella. Invite your students to think about the interactions of color as... Learn More
This project encourages children to look at trash or recycled goods in a whole new way. Inspired by the book, Magic Trash, children draw faces in the style of contemporary... Learn More
In this quick, low-prep lesson, students use only markers, a ruler, scissors, and glue to create an abstract piece of art inspired by the paintings of Venezuelan-born American artist Luchita... Learn More
Contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama is a fabulous artist for young students to learn about because her artwork is approachable and whimsical. I love her series of larger-than-life polka dotted flower... Learn More
Rhinoceroses are amazing creatures. Populations of all five species have been on the decline, but as of right now, three are critically endangered. In the lesson, students will learn about... Learn More
Lobster buoys are commonly found in the coastal waters of the northwest Atlantic Ocean, but with this lesson, you can bring these brightly colors paper versions into your art room... Learn More
These three-dimensional mythical creatures are sure to have your students’ imaginations soaring. With a simple paper cutting method, students will be able to create a 3D base and attach their... Learn More
Introduce your students to graphic design with this lesson that explores a current design trend inspired by a traditional Japanese bento box. To get started, students will focus on line... Learn More
Celebrate the magic that makes each one of your students special with this lesson that has been inspired by the book The Spark in You by artist and author Andrea... Learn More
Your third graders’ imaginations will be firing and their creativity will be shining as they work to create their own cute little papier-mâché (paper mache) critter of their choice in... Learn More
In this space-focused lesson, students will create an elegant ice castle and build up layers of snowy trees using the concept of here, near and far. Students will draw the... Learn More
Look up to the clouds and practice a bit of Hirameki, which means flash of inspiration in Japanese and refers to the art of turning a random splotch into something... Learn More
This quick lesson features the mover and shaker of the weather world, wind. Students will use simple materials to create a stunning piece of art that’s alive with the movement... Learn More
Introduce your students to the stylized mountainous landscapes of contemporary artist Christa Rijneveld with this quick collage lesson that has been inspired by her work. In this lesson, students will... Learn More
In this quick, low-prep lesson, students use only markers, a ruler, scissors and glue to create an abstract piece of art inspired by the paintings of Venezuelan-born American artist Luchita... Learn More
Students will create their own iconic lava lamp with this engaging lesson that is all about shape. The shapes needed to create a lava lamp are naturally geometric and organic,... Learn More