Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!
Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!
I have a special guest for this blog post today! I had the exciting opportunity to talk with Mark Kistler, who has written many popular drawing books (with over 1 million books sold) and has shared his love of drawing…
Are you looking for amazing children’s art books that go along with art projects? One of my favorite ways to introduce an art lesson for grades K-2 is to pair a children’s book with the project. There are so many…
Do you need a printable art supply list for elementary art? Are you stocking up a brand-new art room or simply looking for some recommended art supplies for kids? Ordering art supplies can be overwhelming when you don’t know what…
All About Me art projects are great for Back to School! Here are 10 (actually more!) awesome Back to School art projects to get to know your students and ease into the school year. Why plan Back to School art…
Are you looking for a fun art history children’s book? MousterWorks is an awesome new book that connects with art history! You will love this very fun book by Angela C. Hawkins. About 5 years ago, Angela contacted me to…
Crayon Transfers – Fun End-of-Year Activity Are you looking for a one-day, quick and easy end of year art activity? This crayon transfer activity is perfect for those odd days where you have one class period before a long break…
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Just a quick note that on Tuesday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 7 all resources in my TPT shop will be 25% off! Use coupon code: Thankyou25 As the end of the school year approaches, you…
Are you looking for a fun Earth Day art project that would work for a variety of ages? This one was a hit with my students- with so many creative variations! Earth Day Art Project for Kids I wanted to…
This is another project that is abstract and involves sticky materials! This washi tape art project is always a hit with kids! It uses two very fun art materials: patterned washi tape and Kwik Stix paint sticks. Many people are…
Have you ever made vinyl sticker art? I saw an amazing idea to use vinyl sticker sheets (like the kind you use for a Cricut machine) on this post by Helloroscreates on Instagram. Cutting these into shapes is an easy,…
I wanted to share a few awesome art supplies for kids that I either recently discovered or just really love. I’m always on the lookout to spice things up in the art room. I know some budgets are tight, but…
Matching Mittens Art Project This is a fun winter art project that allows students to use their creativity to make matching mittens, exploring symmetry and balance! I have been doing this art project for years and years and I keep…
Encouraging Creativity with Timed Collage! Are you trying to incorporate art into your daily routine? Are you looking for ways to encourage creativity in your students? A timed collage prompt might just be something for you to try! At the…
Are you looking for an easy way to do paper weaving with kids? Are you not wanting to cut all those mats for your students? In this tutorial, I will show you how to make a paper weaving the easy…
What are some art projects that go along with children’s books? Here are 10 art projects that go along with children’s books! I love to include children’s books in my art lessons. It’s a great “hook” to capture their interest…