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Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

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Drawing Cartoons with Mark Kistler – An Interview!

I have a special guest for this blog post today!  I had the exciting opportunity to talk with Mark Kistler,…

  • September 11, 2025
  • contemporary artists, drawing
Colorful hand-drawn doodle art, including flowers, hearts, peace signs, and a cat, are labeled “Crayon Transfer Doodles” against a blue background—perfect inspiration for your next art project.

Crayon Transfer Doodle Art Project

Crayon Transfers – Fun End-of-Year Activity Are you looking for a one-day, quick and easy end of year art activity?…

  • May 22, 2025
  • all grades, creativity, drawing, fourth grade, lines, second grade, third grade
Two colorful drawings perfect for an Earth Day art project. The left illustrates kids' interpretations of Earth's elements: fire, water, air, and earth. The right showcases diverse landscapes under a bright blue sky and sun.

Earth Day Art Project for Kids

Are you looking for a fun Earth Day art project that would work for a variety of ages? This one…

  • April 6, 2025
  • drawing, fifth grade, fourth grade, landscape, painting, science, second grade, third grade
A selection of children's books on a gradient background, featuring titles like "It's Okay to Be Different," "Elmer," and "The Shape of My Heart." Each book boasts colorful, engaging covers and inspires art projects that beautifully complement the stories within.

Art Projects that Go Along with Children’s Books

What are some art projects that go along with children’s books? Here are 10 art projects that go along with…

  • January 21, 2025
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  • all grades, book review, books, clay, drawing, fifth grade, first grade, fourth grade, kindergarten, painting, second grade, third grade
Two childlike chalk pastel landscapes: one with a purple sky, sun, birds, tree, and waterfall; the other with a red sky, birds, trees, a river, and mountains.

Chalk and Oil Pastel Landscapes using Stencils

Are you looking for a highly engaging art project using chalk pastels? I must admit, chalk pastels are not my…

  • December 8, 2024
  • abstract, drawing, fourth grade, landscape, third grade
Four colorful Viking ship artworks with decorative sails on a blue and white background; text reads "Viking Ship Artwork, free templates for your next art project!

Free Viking Ship Templates | Art Project

My first grade students had a blast making these Viking ship pictures. They have been studying about the Vikings in…

  • December 4, 2024
  • 1st grade, drawing, social studies
The lesson plan, "A Balancing Act," is perfect for elementary students, featuring goals, steps, and an illustrative sub plan. It showcases a balanced stack of colorful objects, including animals and household items—an engaging way to explore art and balance through printable resources.

Easy Free Art Sub Plan for Elementary: A Balancing Act

This is a sub plan that is perfect for upper elementary. If you wake up sick one day, it’s a…

  • November 17, 2024
  • all grades, drawing, fifth grade, first grade, fourth grade, freebie, second grade, sixth grade, substitute lessons, Teachers Pay Teachers
A selection of art materials, including new markers, watercolor crayons, gel pens, and metallic outline markers, awaits on a table for some creative test driving.

Test Driving Some New Art Materials!

One of my favorite hobbies is discovering and finding new art supplies. Watch as I test out some fun, new…

  • November 10, 2024
  • all grades, art teaching, drawing, review
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