Birds are one of the easiest subjects to teach children. Depending on the child’s individuals skill level, the child can really elevate the piece to suit his needs or interest.... Learn More

Drawing from observation, in my opinion, is the ultimate goal for learning how to draw. Once children are confident with drawing lines and shapes and when they know how to... Learn More

This art lesson combines color, lines and patterns…a perfect example of covering many elements of art in one lesson. The main focus of this lesson is to teach children how... Learn More

Viking longships were technologically advanced boats for their time which allowed the Vikings to become a dominate force in Europe in the 9th-11th centuries. These ships are the subject for... Learn More

This lesson featuring repeating fish is a fabulous review of pattern, contrast, balance and variety. It’s also the perfect lesson to reinforce unity by using the same type of repeated... Learn More

Fish are easy to draw and the color opportunity is fantastic. My fifth grade students always do a few watercolor lessons and this year I wanted to use good old... Learn More

Slowly becoming obsolete, lighthouses still guide fishing vessels safely to shore. Maud Lewis captured the bright colors of Nova Scotia in her paintings and by using tempera paint, children can... Learn More

This might be one of my most favorite art lessons. I like to do some type of clipper ship lesson in 5th grade and I’m always looking for new techniques... Learn More

This lesson was inspired by Eloise Renouf’s multiple fish print seen in her Etsy shop. The artist used colors and fish motifs reminiscent of mid century ceramics and wall decor.... Learn More