Shop Subscribe

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Schoolyard Blog | Teacher Resources | School Specialty

Tips and trending topics for the teacher who's always learning

schoolyard-logo
  • Education Essentials
  • Inspiration & Planning
  • Learning Spaces
  • Podcasts
  • Topics
  • Search
  • Search Results for: art project

    16 Teacher Must-Have Classroom Art Supplies

    Back to School

    colorful classroom art supplies

    Keeping your students’ creativity alive starts with having the right tools and must-have art supplies when an arts and crafts project arises. From construction paper to crayons, markers and colored pencils—School Specialty’s online store has you covered. Check this list to ensure you have everything you need for the artists in your classroom. 16 […]

    Tagged With: Teacher Must-Haves

    Geometric Quilt Blocks: Art Lesson Plan

    Arts & Crafts

    Pacon Tru-Ray Geometric Quilt Blocks Art Lesson Plan

    Colorful, geometric quilts have been around for what seems like forever. However, before the industrial revolution made it affordable to access a wide range of printed fabrics, quilts like we see today were not nearly as popular. This grades 5-12 lesson plan explores the unique precision and attention to detail that makes geometric quilt […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans

    Art Lesson Plan: Historical One-Point Perspective

    Arts & Crafts

    finished art piece from historical one point perspective lesson plan

    Drawing 3-D objects and environments on a 2-D surface is more mathematical than students and young artists may imagine. Check out this Historical One-Point Perspective art lesson plan that takes the standard one-point perspective drawing to a new level! Historical One-Point Perspective Art Project Famous one-point perspective art pieces like Bedroom in Arles by […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans

    Art Lesson Plan: Visual Verbal Journal

    Arts & Crafts

    visual verbal journal art lesson plan

    If there is a place for writing in the art room, this is it! The famous use of visual verbal journals by Leonardo Da Vinci shows examples of how visual art combined with the written word can give artists an outlet and viewers insight into the mind and perspective of the artist. The Visual […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans

    Art Lesson Plan: Color Field Representational Landscapes

    Arts & Crafts

    landscape design art piece using the color field method with colored pencils

    Students use colored pencils to create a semi-traditional landscape with layers of color to border on abstraction without losing the details of the realistic landscape. The Color Field Representational art lesson plan incorporates colored pencils with the intentionally playful use of color layering and blending. Color Field Abstract Expressionism Color field painting began in […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans

    Art Lesson Plan: Paint Poured Planets

    Arts & Crafts

    4 paint poured planets art project on pink pedestal and background

    Acrylic paint pouring has become a popular technique, as it is possible for artists of any skill level to create beautiful, unique pieces. The Paint Poured Planets Lesson Plan incorporates acrylic paint and the careful use of gravity to create luminescent planet-like pieces of art. Paint Poured Planets Art Project The Paint Poured Planets […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans

    How to Find Funding for Art Integration Kits

    21st Century Learning

    With the world of education constantly developing improvements to curriculum and teaching methods for young minds, it can be tough to find funding to cover additional tools and resources. Here are some ideas for why it’s worth the time to invest in art integration, and worth the effort to find funding for Art Integration […]

    Tagged With: Art Integration, Art kits, Artsed, CCSS, steam, STEM

    Benefits of Incorporating Art Concepts in Elementary Math

    21st Century Learning

    Art integration starts with the aspiration to see students more engaged and excited about learning. The research shows that bringing art concepts into the math classroom not only benefits engagement levels but also aids in constructing a deeper understanding of math concepts. We’ll cover some of the benefits of art integration and highlight the […]

    Tagged With: Art Integration, Artsed, CCSS, math, Math curriculum, Math kit, P21 Skills for Today, steam, STEM

    The Importance of Art Integration in the Elementary Classroom

    21st Century Learning

    The integration of art into the curriculum for subjects like math and science has been shown to increase understanding and retention, and aids in the development of creative problem-solving skills. The art integration concept introduces tactics that teachers have known for a long time, namely, that bringing creativity into the classroom keeps students engaged. […]

    Tagged With: Art Integration, Art kits, Artsed, CCSS, math, Math kit, P21 Skills for Today, Professional Development - STEM/STEAM, steam, STEM

    Easy Paper Arts & Crafts for Valentine’s Day

    Celebrations & Themes

    young smiling student holds up her valentine's day craft

    Certain holidays inspire a variety of arts and crafts projects. Valentine’s Day, with its red and pink colored hearts, leaves lots of space for heart-warming creativity and crafting. From traditional to just plain cute, these Valentine’s Day kid’s crafts will surely be a hit in your classroom. Valentine’s Day Themed Crafts for Kids Creating […]

    Tagged With: Craft Projects, Valentine's Day

    DIY Wrapping Paper Projects for Kids

    Celebrations & Themes

    Wrapping paper is a part of a gift that is often overlooked as simply a means to conceal the gift or item wrapped in it. However, a little creativity and holiday spirit can make the wrappings a part of the gift, and even offer a chance for fun and memory-making in the process. Get […]

    Tagged With: Craft Projects

    Storing and Organizing Student Art Portfolios

    Organization & Storage

    Keeping the art classroom completely neat and orderly might be too arduous a task, but proper storage for student artwork is a good place to start. Not only will the organized artwork help to keep papers and projects from laying around the room, but it will also prevent potential damage from storing them out […]

    • « Previous Page
    • 1
    • …
    • 4
    • 5
    • 6
    • 7
    • 8
    • …
    • 45
    • Next Page »

    Explore The Schoolyard

    Education Essentials

    Inspiration & Planning

    Learning Spaces

     

    TopicsShop Subscribe

    Copyright © 2025 School Specialty, LLC. All rights reserved. Privacy Statement · Social Media Statement · Do Not Sell My Personal Information - CA Resident Only

  • CATEGORIES

    • Education Essentials
    • Inspiration & Planning
    • Learning Spaces
  • TOPICS

    • Arts & Crafts
    • Early Childhood
    • Special Needs
    • Physical Education
    • Educational Technology
    • Student Resources
    • Organization & Storage
    • Classroom Management
    • STEAM & STEM
    • 21st Century Learning
    • Reading & Literacy
    • Healthy Students
    • Teacher Life
    • Back to School
    • Celebrations & Seasons
    • Out of School
    • News
    • Math
    • Science
    • Podcasts
    • Topics
    • Shop
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube