This desert lesson features cactus flowers in rainbow order that provide bright pops of color in the foreground of the space with rolling sand dunes filling the background. Students will... Learn More
This striking lesson explores an urban street at night, lit by a streetlight. Students have a wide range of choice as they create their own cityscape using colored pencils. Simple... Learn More
Based on the iconic farmyard animal and its early morning wake-up call, these bright, printed roosters are sure to perk your students up no matter what time of day it... Learn More
A classroom full of these cute, colorful little freshwater beavers are sure to make you smile. In this lesson, students will build on their ceramic handbuilding techniques by combining two... Learn More
This fun view of the different levels of a salt marsh is sure to pique the interest of your students. They will learn about creating the illusion of space by... Learn More
Canadian artist Ted Harrison (1925-2015) had a unique ability to transform the Yukon landscape into bright swirls of vibrant color. This tundra landscape is inspired by Harrison and uses bright,... Learn More
This layered paper diorama is inspired by the lush flora ad fauna of temperate rainforests. Featuring simple materials, this lesson allows students to explore the wonder of a diorama scene... Learn More
This quick chalk pastel lesson will zoom by almost as fast as the speedy movement of the roadrunner that it depicts. Students will be practicing the technique of using all... Learn More
Graffiti ranges from simple words to complicated, multi-colored images and is often found in urban settings. In this lesson, students will practice their thin to thick lettering skills and create... Learn More
Goats might be common livestock on rural farms, but that won’t stop these from standing out. These goats are filled with personality, accessorized and ready to pose. Students will draw... Learn More
Your fifth graders will enjoy “feeling” the ripples and waves found in freshwater bodies of water with this coil pot lesson that will have them rolling coil after coil as... Learn More
This shark is ready to prowl the deep blue waters of its saltwater environment. This watercolor lesson focuses on creating realistic value through layering, which is a great technique for... Learn More
This painterly arctic landscape with it’s sweeping lake view will have your students ready to trek north. In this lesson students will have the opportunity to fully explode the double-loading... Learn More
Adobe, or sun-dried brick, structures are found in dry regions throughout the world. This style of architecture is especially popular in the desert climates of North America, like New Mexico,... Learn More
Grid drawing is a great step towards realism for your older students. It helps them focus on sketching small segments of an image instead of the entire image all at... Learn More
A nod to elusive but lucky four-leaf clover found in rural landscapes, this repeating four-leaf clover collagraph print is simple in execution, but has a really big impact when all... Learn More
Are your students amazed by axolotls? Maybe there is another freshwater creature that they find fascinating. This lesson blends research with art and provides students with a lot of room... Learn More
This whimsical whale is right at home in its colorful saltwater environment. For your older students, learning how to mask, or protect areas, is a great way to encourage fine... Learn More