Portraiture is not always fun for kids in fifth grade. They become a bit self-conscience and sometimes sabotage their efforts in an effort to stay humble. Drawing a friend in... Learn More

If you’ve ever seen Lisa Congdon’s illustrations, you’ve no doubt noticed the high contrast, bold colors, flowing lines and happiness that exude for Congdon’s artwork. In this lesson, students will... Learn More

Sometimes the simplest objects, enlarged to a grand scale, can be the most beautiful. Inspired by the work of contemporary artists Dennis Wojtkiewicz, these paintings of close-up citrus fruits created... Learn More

Do you remember the feeling of wonder while exploring the world for the first time with a flashlight in the dark? This lesson captures the curiosity and surprise that a... Learn More

If you are looking for an expressive penguin art project, look no further. These adorable penguins are quite easy to complete in two sessions and use simple art supplies. I’ve... Learn More

This lesson is just plain fun! Inspired by Jeff Koons’ iconic Balloon Dog series, students will create their own brightly colored balloon dog from a series of traced ovals. A... Learn More

Bridge math and art with this lesson based on the geometric patterns found throughout the Middle East that are incorporated into art, architecture, textiles and more. Students will focus on... Learn More

This lesson allows students to dive deeply into a chosen emotion and pair lines, colors, patterns and facial expressions that match that emotion. As an opening activity, students can fill... Learn More

This feisty red fox features the simplest of materials, but when partnered with a focus on contrast, patterns and negative space, it’s very impactful. In this lesson, students will focus... 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

These bright and colorful still lifes are jam packed with beautiful flowers and foliage. This lesson gives students the opportunity to explore the strong contrast that warm and cool colors... Learn More

What is more playful than a wet, shaking dog? A painting of one that includes splatter painting and finger painting, that’s what. Students will draw and paint a dog ready... Learn More

Your kindergarten students will love creating a favorite literary character in this Brown Bear lesson that is based on Eric Carle’s illustrations in the book Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What... Learn More

This adorable little floating sea otter is guaranteed to be a hit with your first graders. In addition to featuring one of the cutest sea mammals, this lesson also allows... 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 source images to create a still... Learn More

This lesson focuses on the different biomes of the world. Students will choose a biome, then create a symmetrical jar which will display an animal, landscape and details from their... Learn More

I have a feeling that you will want to pick up a paintbrush and join your students when you teach this lesson. There is something magical and calming about drawing... Learn More

Who doesn’t love a project that features a cute little animal wearing a cozy sweater? Based on the book Squirrel’s Sweater, this project will have your fourth-grade students making exactly... Learn More