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Here, Near & Far Snowy Tree Landscape

How do you teach perspective to elementary school students? One of my favorite things to teach children is landscape because it involves concepts that they see often, but may have...Learn More

45 Min

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Funky Cat Valentine’s Project

What’s a fun animal art project for kids? This easy cat project is purr-fect (sorry, I just couldn’t help myself) for just about any grade level. Add a selection of...Learn More

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Candy Hearts Valentine’s Day Project

What’s a low-prep Valentine’s Day art project for art class? No doubt you have access to a few candy hearts right about now; I know I do. So instead of...Learn More

45 Min

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Tonal Winter Landscape with Sports Figures

As soon as I saw the book Slush Mountain by Bjorn R. Lie, I couldn’t wait to break out my paints to re-create the beautiful illustrations that can be used...Learn More

1.5 Hrs

Related categories: 4th Grade Art Lessons, 5th Grade Art Lessons, 6th Grade Art Lessons, Art at Home, Blog Posts, Tempera Paint, Winter Art

Alma Thomas: Painting a Rainbow

Here’s an activity that’s not only a perfect way to demonstrate brush control and paint mixing but get to know an amazing artist, Alma Thomas. I’ve used this technique many...Learn More

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Cozy Hibernating Bear Using Tempera Paint and Simple Materials

Who doesn’t love snuggling up on a chilly winter night? As the days start to get shorter and colder, this hibernating bear will have you dreaming of cozy winter nights...Learn More

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Paper Plate Poinsettia: Holiday Craft for Kids

PAPER PLATE POINSETTIA HOLIDAY CRAFT With Poinsettias undeniably in flavor for the holidays, this easy holiday craft for kids can vary in paint colors to compliment any season. I’ll admit...Learn More

90 Min

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How to Teach Proportion | Snowman Project | Elements & Principles of Design

Learn How to Teach the Elements & Principles of Art with PROPORTION. This simple snowman drawing can be a great introduction to the concept of proportion for younger students, using...Learn More

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Penguin At Night Art Project

Penguins are a popular request in first and second grade. Students study Antarctica and are quite familiar with penguins and their habitat. Once students see how easily they can draw...Learn More

45 Min

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