Learners transform a discarded book into a creative art work of art that encompasses a theme and utilizes a variety of media and techniques.

Create a natural autumn scene using the monoprinting method. Class members work on creating an image with reflection, foreground, and background using one line. 

Decode and acquire new vocabulary! Readers use new vocabulary in their writing and use synonyms to determine meanings. Visual learners label pictures and group words together to increase understanding.

Young artists create a freestanding 3-dimensional sculpture using wire and modeled "clay" pieces. This immensely creative and engaging lesson should get your kids excited, because the medium is unusual to work with. Everything you need...

You can transform recycled containers into beautiful vases with this step-by-step lesson plan. Using tissue paper and watercolor paints will result in a gorgeous project, great for a Mother's Day gift in May! 

Students create original works of floral art in this three-day Art lesson for the upper-elementary classroom. Included with the lesson is a picture example of the finished project and tips on how to create the art using black India ink...

Students take a 2 dimensional drawing and make it into a 3 dimensional form. In this art lesson plan, students base their work off of Keith Haring, and view slides and a video of other 3D art.

Students create greeting cards. They listen to verses from various cards and evaluate each one. They research websites of greeting card makers and complete a chart. They discuss themes and ideas in greeting cards and edit their free...

Students create fringed Valentine's Day hearts in this Art lesson plan for the elementary school classroom. The lesson plan includes step-by-step instructions and a materials list. This was created by an 11-year old who loves arts and...

Students paint designs and messages on cloth nail bags using puff paint or fabric paint in this simple elementary school Art lesson for Father's Day. The lesson could be adapted depending on classroom needs and student needs.

Students create "turkey centerpieces" in this easy elementary art instructional activity using apples, toothpicks, construction paper, and gumdrops. The instructional activity includes a materials list and a step-by-step list of...

Pupils create light bulb decorations for the holiday season in this Art lesson for 4th through 12th grades. Emphasis is placed on creativity and artistic expression. Also a great activity for older students raising money for classroom...

Students research Dan Wagoner and apply his choreographic ideas in "Plod" to dance study. In this art lesson, students discuss Dan Wagoner. Students select four shapes from "Plod" and connect in a dance.

Students discuss the difference between independent films and and films produced by a major studio. They select an independent filmmaker to research and begin their research from a list of given Web sites. When research is complete,...

Students write a job posting for a career in the performing arts. They view a Discovery Channel video as an introduction to the types of performing art careers are possible. They choose one that they are most interested in to research on...

Students explore the basic elements of poetry through Appalachian life poetry. In this poetry lesson, students read seven poems from Jim Wayne Miller's the Brier Poems and complete poetry analysis activities for each poem.

Learners inquire about slang language used during the Civil War. In this writing lesson, students recieve a handout of slang words used by soldiers. Learners view pictures of Civil War to get a visual idea of what it was like to be at...

Students gain an awareness for the work of Alexander Calder, study a variety of utilitarian objects and discuss their purposes, and create graphic of a utilitarian piece using computer graphic software.

Add color to the mind-mapping process! Users double tap to create a bubble and everything flows quickly from there as they drag, draw, type, and more.

Pixar, DreamWorks, Disney Studios. Prepare your primary graders to become the next generation of film makers with a guide that encourages kids to explore the possibilities of script writing, lighting, sound, editing, and post...

Learners create works of art by solving art problems in this game for the elementary classroom. Pencils and paper are the suggested materials, but the lesson plan can be adapted in various ways for different levels and circumstances.

Students examine the topic of art history. They identify objects that were created long ago and the artists that made them. They create a tile design of their own to be displayed at school.

Learners create a monoprint. In this printmaking lesson, students use tempura paint on a piece of foil to create a picture. Then, learners place a piece of paper against the wet paint and press to make a print of the image.

Sixth graders investigate the ideas, literature, music, and art of the Romantic Movement. They apply romantic ideals to their original writing and art, analyze poetry, discuss key vocabulary, and analyze artwork from this era.