Art Sub Plan- Free! Geometric Shaded Animals
This is an art project perfect for a substitute lesson plan. When you have to take a sick day, you…
Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!
Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!
Abstract Art Project: Mixed Media Explorations
This is a fun art project I like to use to get students exploring different types of materials at the…
Making Zines with Kids
In a previous post, I showed many examples of zines that I had purchased from a zinefest. I tried it…
What To Do On the First Day of Art Class
Hello! I am already seeing lots of posts in Facebook groups asking what to do in the first few days…
Character Creation Workshop with Tracy Subisak: A Fun and Creative Experience
Our school had an amazing visit from Tracy Subisak, a Taiwanese-American author and illustrator known for her children’s books. She shared her creative process, read "Sorry, Snail," and demonstrated character creation techniques. Students then created their own characters. I got a signed copy for my collection. Have you hosted an author visit before?
Foam Printmaking
Recently, I did styrofoam printmaking with my 4th/5th grade classes. Styrofoam printing is a relatively easy way to introduce printmaking…
Non-Objective Art Project for Kids
Hi! This is a project I repeat in some form every year with my 3rd/4th grade class. Often I do…
Minnie Evans Art Project for Kids
Minnie Evans was a new-to-me artist that I became fascinated by her beautiful and intricate face designs. At the end…