Romero Britto is a wonderful artist to study because he is alive and well! He has a Facebook fan page, a website and he can be found working in his... 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
The butterfly provides a natural lesson on symmetry and balance. In this project, your students will be using their observational drawing skills to create a symmetrical butterfly. Tracing a mini... Learn More
These geometric-patterned birds are the perfect way for young students to show off their art skills and express themselves through shape and color. First, students will follow a directed drawing... Learn More
Students will find a sense of accomplishment when creating these quick, colorful chameleons through directed line drawing. This drawing project will help reinforce the concept that lines come together and... Learn More
This engaging lesson, inspired by the book The Mixed-Up Chameleon, gives students a chance to create painted paper collages in the style of legendary children’s book artist Eric Carle. To... Learn More
This quick and colorful lesson is part math, part magic and all art. Students fold a piece of paper in half, draw on one side and press to transfer the... Learn More
These delightful oil pastel and watercolor resist birds reinforce line, shape, and pattern for your students. Birds are a popular subject in the art room as they are so forgiving... Learn More
These creepy crawly insect drawings pack a big punch with their symmetrical designs of colorful shapes and patterns. This lesson is a great one to pull out when you need... Learn More
These spring bird collages will engage students in several art making techniques that will keep them interested and excited throughout the whole process. By using the included templates, this lesson... Learn More
Papier-mâché is always a crowd pleaser and this fish lesson is no exception. Not only is this project engaging for all learners, it is also a great way to emphasize... Learn More
Based on the book Mañana Iguana by Ann Whitford Paul and illustrated by Ethan Long, this re-telling of The Little Red Hen story features Spanish speaking desert animals. To accompany the reading... Learn More
A Huipil is a traditional garment worn by indigenous women of Central Mexico and Central America. The garment is a loose-fitting tunic made from 2 or 3 rectangular pieces of fabric.... Learn More
These colorful marigolds are the flower of choice during the annual celebration of Dia de los Muertos of Day of the Dead. In Mexico, these beautiful flowers are grown for... Learn More
Traditional wooden fruit & vegetable crates of the past have mostly been replaced with their plastic counterparts. Still, you can find the occasional wooden crate still being used at farmer’s... Learn More
Drawing and painting Sugar Skulls is a fantastic exploration of line, color and shape. Each child will be able to create a piece of art that is unique to them.... Learn More
Mexican suns with the decorative detailing and curvy sun’s rays are commonplace in Mexican Arts & Craft stores. Using a starburst template makes quick work out of a soft clay... Learn More
A SOMBRERO is a wide-brimmed hat typically worn in Mexico to protect wearers from the sun. The Spanish developed the flat topped sombrero which they brought to Mexico. The Mexican... Learn More