This fun art project was inspired by artist Jeff Koons’ iconic Balloon Dog series. Students will create their own brightly colored balloon dog from a series of traced ovals and... Learn More

SEA TURTLES DRAWING & PAINTING LESSON This sea turtle drawing & painting art project was inspired by this Under-the-Sea Chalk Lesson. To keep the project manageable for first graders, I used... Learn More

These simple endangered animals are easy enough for the youngest of kindergartners to create, and are a forever favorite subject for younger students. Students will focus on shape in this... Learn More

Take your kiddos on a trip to Canada’s northern territory to explore my favorite artist, Ted Harrison and draw a friendly polar bear. Ted Harrison (1926-2015) hailed from the UK... Learn More

Proportion can not only be a mouthful to say for young students, but it can also be difficult to understand. This simple snowman drawing can be a great introduction to... Learn More

I have to admit, the more color a project has the more I love it. And this Thanksgiving turkey? Well, let’s just say I could make them all. day. long.... Learn More

If you love watercolor as much as me, you might be looking for the best watercolor projects to teach your students. I’ve done hundreds over the years and my favorites... Learn More

Alexander Calder was born in Philadelphia in 1898. Calder is most famous for inventing the MOBILE which is a balanced sculpture that moves. He also created sculptures that don’t move. They are called... Learn More

Need a quick and easy 40-minute art lesson for your Kinders or first grade class? For the last day of my Fall rotation, Kinders each creates an adorable thanksgiving turkey. I hadn’t... Learn More