Reptiles always make a wonderful subject for an art project. Lizards, chameleons and iguanas seem to appeal to just about every kid. The best part about this project is that... Learn More
This still life lesson, inspired by the paintings of French artist Georges Rouault, is one of my favorite art lessons for kids because it combines a couple of my favorite... Learn More
I’ve been teaching this watercolor duck lesson since I first began teaching. In this lesson, students create an observational drawing of a duck from a photograph and then use a... Learn More
The Houseboat Draw Along lesson involves minimal art materials, a step-by-step drawing guide for your substitute teacher and an instructional video to play in front of the kids. Copy this... Learn More
The Mars Biodome Draw Along lesson involves minimal art materials, a step-by-step drawing guide for your substitute teacher and an instructional video to play in front of the kids. Copy... Learn More
Clay projects are always so much fun, but pair this little Caribbean house lesson with some Calypso music and a few inspirational island photos and you and your students will... Learn More
Challenge your students to let the figure emerge in the material with this air dry clay lesson based on the figurative sculptures of American sculptor Augusta Savage. Students will review... Learn More
Drawing a pumpkin may seem simple but, when I was teaching young students, I noticed that they wanted to draw a pumpkin as a circle with a stubby little rectangle... Learn More
This lesson is based on the blue pickup in Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle and Jill McElmurry. I was especially drawn to one landscape illustration of this little blue... Learn More
This is just the perfect type of lesson: easy, technique rich and beautiful. To create this project, give each student a piece of watercolor paper (not essential but the watercolor... Learn More
There’s nothing cozier than a cuddly cat and a warm scarf and nothing cuter than these colorful cozy fall cats. Your cat could hold a pumpkin or even a cup... 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
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
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
This multi-layered, tactile lesson is sure to engage and challenge your students. As students get into a rhythm of tying knots and weaving, expect a focused hush to go over... Learn More
Animals are a perennial favorite subject for young students, and these simple endangered animals are easy enough for even your youngest kindergartners. Students will focus on shape in this lesson... Learn More
This bright, punchy bouquet of flowers is ready to decorate your hallways this spring. Students will create a variety of organic shaped flowers arranged in a symmetrical pot, focusing on... Learn More