Creating the illusion of form in a drawing can seem like magic to a student, so much that they’ll want to repeat the achievement over and over again. Watch your... Learn More
This lesson features knot-tying fun for all ages; even your youngest students can create a functional, beaded bracelet. Students in grades K-2 will use a deceptively simple twist weaving technique,... Learn More
Clay projects can definitely be a “labor of love,” but seeing your students excited to take home what they’ve made makes it all worth it. In this lesson, students will... Learn More
This exciting lesson gives students the opportunity to create their own personalized sketchbooks using both embossing techniques and bookbinding. There are three different variations included inthis lesson, making it appropriate... Learn More
Wow your students with this fiber art lesson that combines a fun fabric-dyeing technique using Sharpies and rubbing alcohol with some basic pillow-making skills. Worried about your younger students? Your... Learn More
This multi-grade, scaffolded lesson offers a fun papier-mâché lesson for all grade levels and abilities. From just the basics to adding a custom armature, this lesson explores so many possibilities... Learn More
In this quick, low-prep lesson, kindergarteners are introduced to one of the world’s most ancient fruits that most likely originated in the Middle East as they practice both guided and... Learn More
Your first-grade students will love creating fun, symmetrical designs in this quick lesson that uses only colored paper, liquid tempera paints and paint pens, which could easily be swapped out... Learn More
In this lesson, students will explore commonly used shapes in Islamic architecture. They will then create their own vibrant Middle Eastern cityscapes using chalk pastels. Each cityscape will be finished... Learn More
These highly patterned, symmetrical tiles are not only full of learning opportunities, but also rely on very few materials to create a beautiful finished artwork. Inspired by the ornate arabesque... Learn More
This project involves simple materials but delivers beautiful results. Students will begin by reading The Jasmine Sneeze, by Nadine Kaadan, a story about a mischievous cat who lives in Damascus,... Learn More
Your fourth-grade students will love all of the processes involved in this lesson that focuses heavily on printmaking and is inspired by the turquoise Raqqa ware pottery found in Syria.... Learn More
These luminous lamps, based on traditional and contemporary mosaic lamps from Turkey, are sure to light up students in your art room. This fifth-grade lesson features several different options to... Learn More
One of the best things about this sixth-grade lesson inspired by Arabic calligraphy and the book Silent Music is that it can be customized to be as low or high... Learn More
Bridge math and art with this lesson that is based on the geometric patterns found throughout the Middle East that are incorporated into art, architecture, textiles and more. Students will... Learn More
The Middle East has a rich history of artistic traditions, but the area also has a thriving culture and amazing, futuristic architecture. The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain... Learn More
This lesson features a fun twist on the traditional kindergarten experiment of growing a bean plant seedling. Your students will love watching the bean grow through the greenhouse window. Use... Learn More
This stand-alone recycling truck lesson offers two different versions for you to choose from; a smaller, colored paper version that can be done in one class period or a larger,... Learn More