Photography is a great tool to document life and has been used for many years to do just that. In this lesson, students will create photographs that tell a story... Learn More
This lesson is inspired by the intricately welded steel sculptures created by the Nigerian-born artist, Sokari Douglas Camp. Students will create a three-dimensional figural sculpture that gives the illusion of... Learn More
Create four portraits in one with this unique take on the boxy sculpture of French artist Marisol Escobar. In this lesson, students will create a variety of portraits that can... Learn More
This lesson was inspired by the illustrations in the book Leaf by Sandra Dieckmann, though you could use characters form any story – or even characters from your students’ imaginations!... Learn More
There’s a quote by Joyce Meyer that says, “A #2 pencil and a dream can take you anywhere.” That couldn’t be more true for this lesson, which features the bare... Learn More
These three tiered lessons are a great introduction to fiber arts for all of your students! From the simplest version of tying Lark’s Head Knots to the intermediate and advanced... Learn More
With just a few supplies, your students will be able to create this high-contrast, unique masterpiece! Inspired by the beautiful illustration of Beth Krommes from the book The House in... Learn More
If you’re looking for a project with an easy set up and clean up that will keep your students engaged and quiet, this is the project for you! This lesson... Learn More
This multi-faceted lesson will challenge your 7th graders with a deep dive into proportion and drawing from observation as they draw their hand holding a cell phone using a grid... Learn More
You know the feeling when you read an inspiring quote and it speaks perfectly to you? It makes you want to write the quote down somewhere where you will see... 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 images to create a still life... Learn More
Inspired by the beautiful symmetrical floral designs found in Mexican Folk Art, this lesson uses the simplest of materials, but the end result is anything but simple! This lesson comes... Learn More
Artist Derrick Adams’ series “We Came to the Party and Plan” inspired this fun, unique lesson for your 7th graders. Students will learn how to draw a portrait in profile,... 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 images to create a still life... Learn More
An active lesson for children to grab an adult and get outside to sketch! Take a walk around your neighborhood and have them bring a pencil, clipboard, planning sheet, to... Learn More
Students will learn about geometric and organic shapes for their birdhouse collage, making this a fun way to use all your scrap papers laying around. So gather your collage papers:... Learn More
This lesson was based on the viral TikTok challenges where friends “pass” things off to others virtually. Even though they aren’t in the same room, they’re all connected through passing... Learn More
Children will learn symmetry by drawing a truck that is the same on both sides of their paper. Using a folding and tracing technique and finishing off by coloring in... Learn More