Emily Beeman created this snowy piece using pieces of torn watercolor paper recovered from the art room recycling bin. The 10th grader began by sketching a penguin chick on an 11×14” piece of paper. Once completed, Emily then filled both the positive and negative spaces with torn pieces of the painted paper, finding just […]
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Make the Wrapping Part of the Gift
Engage students in creative classroom endeavors, and then help them find ways to cherish their creations. Completed schoolwork can become a gift, but the greatest gift may be in teaching children the “art” of gift giving. Decorate a box with buttons and bows; create a masterpiece with crayons or paint; embellish a jar with glue-on […]
5 Ways to Turn Kids’ Projects Into Holiday Gifts
Few gifts are more heartfelt than a child’s artwork. An original “masterpiece” matted and framed makes a lovely present, but there are lots of other ways to turn a child’s craft project or work of art into a unique, unforgettable holiday gift. Turning Kids’ Art Projects into Holiday Gifts It might take a little […]
Abstract Art Revisited: Art Lesson Plan
Launching in the 1850s and lasting more than 100 years, the modern art movement was an attempt by artists of all mediums, including painters, sculptors, writers, and others, to recreate a subject exactly the way they saw it using their own unique perspectives. At that time, the industrial age was changing everything about modern […]
Façade Bud Vase: Art Lesson Plan
Let’s take a spin back in time, say to somewhere around 2000 BC, when the first potter’s wheels arrived in Greece. They’d been using them in Egypt for years, but that’s another story. The potter’s wheel enabled Greek artists to produce their wares more quickly, resulting in the increased availability of useful items like […]
5 Ways to Nurture Gifted Art Students
Every now and then we receive a student with exceptional artistic ability; a student whose talent and vision goes above and beyond that of the rest of the class. While teaching an advanced version of your regular lesson each class period may not be a viable option, you do want to challenge these students […]
Classroom Art & Craft Supplies Storage Ideas
If you’re like most teachers, flat surfaces and storage cabinets are at a premium in your classroom—you likely don’t have enough to start with – and the sheer amount of arts & crafts supplies you use is simply overwhelming. Coming up with some creative ways to store your classroom craft supplies can help you […]
Transitional Drawings: Art Lesson Plan
Watercolor is a wonderful way to depict the beauty of nature. In fact, it was the medium of choice of one of the world’s most celebrated artist-naturalists, John James Audubon. Born in Haiti (then known as Sainte-Domingue) in 1785, Audubon was interested in nature and wildlife from his very early years. He studied nature […]
Take an Art Field Trip without Leaving School
The school year has started, and it’s a good idea to get new students acquainted with your campus and let returning students see their school in a new light. To accomplish this, take a walking art field trip tour! From colors and textures to architecture and landscape, there’s plenty of creative inspiration to be […]
5 Simple Projects to Explore Ancestry
Ancestry Appreciation Day is September 27; help your students delve into family history while learning cultural appreciation, research skills, and communication skills. These five simple projects let your students explore their family history and culture without breaking your classroom budget or taking too much preparation and planning time. Family Tree Charts For younger students, ancestry […]
Art Lesson Plan: Impressed Tile Relief and the Arts and Crafts Movement
Throwback to the good old days of the Arts and Crafts movement with our Impressed Tile Relief art lesson plan! Combining printmaking and ceramics, this lesson walks students through making a clay tile with the impression of a decorated pot and decorative frame. Arts and Crafts Movement History With the rise of the Industrial […]
Incorporate Fall into Art, Math, and Language Arts Lessons
Teachers can make learning more fun by incorporating fall seasonal activities into lesson plans. Below are a few ideas to help students stay engaged during the cool, crisp autumn months. Art Autumn on Paper What You Need: Create a Fall Wreath What You Need: Math The Pumpkin Project – Math Measurement Experience This project […]
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