This bright and punchy lesson, based on contemporary artist Robin Mead, is a great way to introduce the concept of space in a landscape to students. The accordion folded landscape... Learn More
Modigliani is a fabulous artist to introduce to your students because his portraits are so striking and they make for a great art lesson. Students will be drawing a portrait... Learn More
This sweet pair of folk art rabbits are just begging to be created by you and your students! The symmetrical rabbits are created by folding and cutting so that they... Learn More
Every kid, no matter what the age, can enjoy this watercolor project. If you live in an area where fall leaves are plentiful, take a walk outside to collect your... Learn More
In this vibrant lesson, students will use drawing from observation to create a realistic animal portrait, based on the artist Tamara Philips. They will then add curved lines to the... Learn More
This feisty red fox features the simplest of materials, but when partnered with patterns and negative space, is very impactful! In this lesson, students will focus on adding patterns to... Learn More
There are few natural sights more magical than seeing the Northern Lights flicker and dance across the sky. In this lesson, students will create a landscape inspired by Canadian artist,... Learn More
A selfie is a fun, casual way to capture a self-portrait with a digital camera or smartphone. I have no doubt your students are very familiar with selfies! This lesson... Learn More
One of my favorite lessons to do with older kids is to draw a sugar skull. I created a drawing handout which explains how to draw a sugar skull by... Learn More
This is a fantastic project to teach kids about folk art perspective. The thing with folk art is that it comes with a wacky sense of perspective. Often times, the... Learn More
Line drawings are a super easy way to start off your art curriculum. I usually do some type of line drawing with all my grade levels at the beginning of... 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
This faux paper embroidery looks like a complicated lesson, but is easier to teach than you think! By adding highlights and shadows, students will be able to re-create the look... 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 cheerful and bright red Dala horse is sure to delight your Kindergarteners! These horses have been a symbol of Sweden since the 19th century and will no doubt delight... Learn More