Artist Henri Matisse would “draw with scissors” and cut paper into interesting shapes to create beautiful collages. He focused on this style of art during the last 10 years of... Learn More
This is a perfect lesson to do with fourth graders at the end of the school year because it will use up all the scraps of paper you have thrown... Learn More
This is a simple project that students will love, especially if they’re familiar with stained glass. First, they’ll create the window with black sulphite paper, and they will add Henri... Learn More
This portrait of a relaxing woman near a vase of anemones is inspired by Henri Matisse’s painting, Purple Robe & Anemones. This lesson gives students a chance to portrait and... Learn More
Portrait making is not always fun for kids in fifth or sixth grade. They become a bit self-conscience and sometimes sabotage their efforts in an effort to stay humble. Drawing... Learn More
Inspired by educator Terry McManus’ project, these dynamic cut paper dancers embody the spirit of Matisse’s artwork. This is a perfect lesson to use up your scrap paper in the... Learn More
This lesson, inspired by Henri Matisse was discovered on the Incredible Art Department website. This lesson was submitted by Michelle Peacock of Mohave Middle School. This is a perfect lesson... Learn More
This cute little crow is ready to dazzle your youngest students as they learn about shape and color. Simple materials make this lesson a quick one, which only needs one... Learn More
Walk along in a winter landscape with this quick, minimal-supply lesson that will have your littles focusing on shape, line and space. To get started, students will tear a strip... Learn More
This short and sweet lesson will have your youngest students swimming with pride as they create their own stylized spring swan. Requiring only simple materials and a single class period,... Learn More
Paletas are a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. Introduce your students to the traditional Mexican ice pop featured in this lesson that has been inspired by the book... Learn More
This fall-themed landscape is a quick, one-session lesson that uses a fun folding and cutting technique to make it able to stand on its own to create a fun display.... Learn More
Celebrate the winter season in your art room with this simple, single-class lesson that has been inspired by the book The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming. Using the included drawing... Learn More
Rainy days are often a common signal for spring but that doesn’t mean that everyone is stuck inside. In this quick, minimal-supply lesson, students will create a piece of art... Learn More
This fun and refreshing lesson will have your students amazed by the finished artwork that they are able to create with only a few materials in a single class period.... Learn More
Nothing says fall like cooler temperatures and cozy sweaters. In this quick, minimal-supply lesson, students will use a black permanent marker to draw the outline of a folded sweater and... Learn More
This snowy, winter landscape is inspired by the quick and distinct style of Impressionist painters, who strove to capture one moment in time. With little more than liquid tempera paint... Learn More
In this quick, spring variation of the Line and Pattern Leaves lesson from the Chill in the Air Bundle, students focus on space, pattern and shape as they create a... Learn More