Elementary Art Lessons, Projects & Teaching Ideas for K–5

Because art is fundamental to who we are. Art has always been a basic form of human communication. From cave walls to classroom walls, art helps us express ideas, tell stories, and better understand the world around us. I believe art is an essential part of every child's education, which is why I chose the name Art is Basic. Here you'll find K–5 creative art lessons, teaching ideas, and printable resources to help K–5 art teachers inspire young artists.
Colorful turkey craft made of paper, featuring vibrant feathers and a layered circle background, ideal for Thanksgiving.

Turkeys!

Turkeys!I found this lesson on Mrs. Art Teacher’s blog:    Thanks for the fun idea!! I don’t normally do crafty-type projects with my art classes, but these were so cute.  At the beginning of the year, the kindergartners…

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A simple craft project featuring scrap faces made with colorful fabric and paper on a paddle stick.

Scrap Faces

To connect with the Science, the Primaries are learning about how artists can use recycled and cast off materials to make art.  We are watching a video about an artist who goes to the scrap and junkyard to…

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Wooden alphabet blocks stacked to spell "CREATE" on a vibrant surface with a yellow background, evoking nostalgia.

The other post were pictures I took night.  My brother and sister-in-law came over tonight and we played a game called Konexi and then had fun playing around with the letters.  They were given this game as a…

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A vibrant abstract collage showcasing fall leaves, intricate lace patterns, and a variety of color stripes within a green-framed square.

Fall collage

  Acrylic paint, watercolor paint, stencils, foam stamps, muslin fabric, fake leaf, spray paint The best part about being an art teacher?   Being able to play around with art materials all day to test out new things! Does…

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