This lesson was inspired by the illustrations in the book Leaf by Sandra Dieckmann, though you could use characters form any story – or even characters from your students’ imaginations!... Learn More
Your students will enjoy the element of surprise found in this lesson inspired by a Korean hanok when they discover they can open up the exterior of the house to... Learn More
These unique, Icelandic TURF HOUSES built almost entirely with sod are sure to inspire your inquisitive artists! Yes, there is even grass on the roof of these houses! In this... Learn More
This lesson, based on the terraced homes on the cliffs of CINQUE TERRE, Italy, features a fun surprise – a peek inside several of the homes! There is a strong... Learn More
Around the world, many families live in apartments. Apartments are economical, space-saving places to live, especially in big cities. This lesson is based on the book Noisy Night, where there... Learn More
The painted houses of the Kassena people in the West Africa country of Burkina Faso were the inspiration for this printmaking and recycled materials lesson. In this project, students will... Learn More
This lesson, based on the book Home in the Woods by Eliza Wheeler, is both full of surprises and features the very simplest of materials. In this lesson, students will... Learn More
If you have a stack of magazines to recycle, this is a great mixed-media lesson to use them up! Based on the stilt houses of Brazil, this lesson features a... Learn More
This unique lesson based on the Mongolian GER (pronounced ‘gaire’), also known as yurts outside of Mongolia, offers so many options and possibilities depending on the materials and time that... Learn More
This bright and cheery lesson is based on Canal houses in Amsterdam, the largest city in North Holland. In this lesson, students will create a row of homes, using repeating... Learn More
There’s a quote by Joyce Meyer that says, “A #2 pencil and a dream can take you anywhere.” That couldn’t be more true for this lesson, which features the bare... Learn More
This lesson is a great opportunity for your Kindergarteners to practice creating and cutting simple lines, making it a wonderful lesson for the beginning of the year. Featuring three different... Learn More
Your students will get a kick out of creating these fun, photobombing llamas! A simple llama draw-along, plus super simple supplies makes this a fabulous lesson to teach in a... Learn More
Usually, weaving projects are done with paper or yarn, not both, but this project combines them together in a beautiful woven yarn poncho on paper! Students will create a small,... Learn More
Peru is known for the beautiful woven textiles that are made into rugs, blankets and clothing. This lesson is an opportunity for your students to use pattern to create their... Learn More
This lesson was inspired by the rich, vibrant weaving’s and embroidery created by the Incas. Rather than traditional weaving or embroidery, this lesson features the creation of tactile line designs... Learn More
Who couldn’t help but smile when looking at this happy alpaca? This cheery lesson is filled with opportunities to explore texture; both implied texture in the alpaca’s fleece and tactile... Learn More
Inspired by the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu, this lesson invites students to imagine their own ancient civilizations. Like Machu Picchu, the civilization is located in the mountains on... Learn More