In this lesson, students combine stamping, symmetry and watercolor resist to create vibrant and bold moths. To get started, white acrylic paint is stamped onto folded paper, creating symmetrical wing... Learn More
Daffodils are some of the first flowers to appear in the spring, making them the perfect subject for a bright, springtime lesson. In this richly layered spring daffodils project, students... Learn More
Looking for a fast art project to do with your students? This cute Christmas car is quick and packed full of art techniques including symmetrical drawing, mixing tints and creating... Learn More
This look above and below the mangrove swamps of Florida has students blending art and science as they explore the interconnectedness of the mangrove trees and the animals they support.... Learn More
In this whimsical mushroom drawing and painting lesson, students will explore the fascinating forms and textures of mushrooms. After drawing their mushrooms with organic shapes, students will use hatching to... Learn More
Get ready to bring a burst of summer fun into your classroom with this vibrant printmaking project! Students will explore symmetry, line and form as they create their own colorful... Learn More
Imagine a springtime ride home from the farmers market with a basket full of flowers, fruit or fresh vegetables. In this lesson, students will draw a bicycle using the included... Learn More
This quick, single-session, simple-supply Love Bug is perfect for students to create around Valentine’s Day. Students will fold a black paper in half and cut out an organic shape for... Learn More
These brightly colored and lively aquariums combine a plethora of skills and techniques for older elementary students. From the printed background, which utilizes found object printmaking to create the textured... Learn More
Along with jungle elements like lush vegetation and wild animals, Henri Rousseau often featured tropical birds in his paintings. In this lesson, students will create their own tropical bird watercolor... Learn More
While most known for his vibrant jungle scenes, Henri Rousseau painted his share of still lifes and occasionally landscapes, included one seascape. The painting The Storm Tossed Vessel is the... Learn More
As warm-weather plants, succulents often go dormant in the winter, but greenhouses can be used to keep them warm and toasty year-round. Bring trays of succulents into your art room... 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
Combine art and poetry in this lesson that will have your students creating their own calligram that doubles as a piece of art. To get started, students will complete the... Learn More
This is a very interesting project. Students focus on space while using chalk pastels dipped in white liquid tempera paint to create a textured landscape. The purpose is almost entirely... Learn More
Inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s iconic paintings of irises, this lesson gives students an opportunity to explore the concept of space in a drawing. Students will also explore the double-loading... Learn More
This lesson was inspired by the famous painting Mona Lisa and specifically the phenomenon of her eyes appearing to follow viewers around a room, no matter where they are standing.... Learn More
The set-up for this project is quite easy because there are few art supplies to deal with. This low prep lesson will wow your students as the see the magic... Learn More