Elementary School Visual Arts Resources

No prep! This directed drawing pack guides students through an easy six-step process of creating five animal friends, and even a "create your own" page for students to design their own directed drawing activity to share with a friend or partner.

Directed drawing activities feature simple shapes and lines, and include clear, step-by-step numerical instructions for students to follow. You can also encourage students to add their own creative touches!

Directed Drawing Activities:

1. Elephants
2. Cats
3. Dogs
4. Frogs
5. Spiders
6. Create your own

Benefits of Directed Drawing

Fine Motor Skills: Directed drawing nurtures fine motor skills, essential for writing and other dexterous tasks. As students grasp and manipulate drawing tools, their hand-eye coordination and muscle control refine.
Creativity: Directed drawing sparks imagination and creativity. Students are encouraged to explore colors, shapes, and patterns - and to add their own unique touches to each creation!

Writing Foundations: Directed drawing lays the groundwork for writing and also improves handwriting skills. Students learn to follow visual instructions, recognize and manipulate shapes, and maintain consistent pencil strokes – all essential elements of handwriting!

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Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Embark on a colourful journey through the Biblical creation story with the 7 Days of Creation Christian Spinner—Celebrate Earth Day with Biblical Stories! This interactive and educational art piece is a delightful way to bring the essence of the Christian creation narrative into your classroom. Each segment of the spinner is beautifully illustrated to represent one of the seven days, according to the Genesis account, fostering a deep connection with the biblical teachings in a visual and engaging way.

Key Features:

• Seven Colorful Panels: Each panel showcases a unique, hand-drawn illustration that corresponds to the days of creation, complete with vibrant colors that will catch the eye of any young learner.
• Versatile Display Options: Whether you prefer to suspend it from the ceiling as a mesmerizing mobile or hang it on a wall, this spinner is equipped with a secure hanging loop for easy display in any educational setting.
• Educational Tool: This spinner serves as an excellent visual aid for teaching the creation story, aligning perfectly with the Christian school curriculum and Sunday school programs.
• Interactive Learning: Children can spin the wheel to reveal each day of creation, making for a hands-on learning experience that reinforces memory and understanding of the biblical account.

These five colorful posters each contain an inspirational quote about art and creativity. Perfect for the art room or any classroom where you want to inspire children to think creatively.

Quotes include: ❤ “Every child is an artist.” - Pablo Picasso ❤ “Creativity is contagious. Pass it on.” – Albert Einstein ❤ “I dream my painting and then I paint my dream.” – Vincant Van Gogh ❤ “The painting has a life of its own.” – Jackson Pollock ❤ “Everything has beauty, but not everybody sees it.” – Andy Worhol

Are you ready to elevate your students' drawings from ordinary to extraordinary? Introducing our Jeff Koons Balloon Dog Art Shading Worksheets a transformative journey designed to empower students to add depth, dimension, and realism to their artwork through effective shading techniques. Enhance your art curriculum and unlock the full potential of your budding artists with these essential skill-building Art Shading Worksheets. This student-tested activity not only teaches shading but also introduces students to the renowned artist Jeff Koons.

This resource includes:

- Teacher’s guide for a 3|5 - 45-minute elementary art lesson

- 48 slides - A Presentation on Jeff Koons' Art: Shading and Blending Techniques

- Scripted Slideshow with lesson guide

- 9 worksheet

- Objectives

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Writing Center Posters: Colors, Days of the Week, Vocabulary Word Mats & More

Description:

Transform your writing center into a vibrant and engaging learning space with our comprehensive set of Writing Center Posters! Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling, and educational settings, these posters cover essential topics to support and enhance students' writing skills.

Product Details:

• Colors Posters: Bright and colorful posters showcasing primary and secondary colors, along with examples of objects in each color. Perfect for building vocabulary and visual recognition.
• Days of the Week Posters: Clearly illustrated posters featuring the days of the week, with corresponding images and phrases to help students learn and remember the sequence.
• Vocabulary Word Mats: Eye-catching mats with essential vocabulary words, definitions, and example sentences. Ideal for expanding students' vocabulary and improving writing skills.
• Writing Prompts Posters: Inspiring and creative writing prompts to encourage students' imagination and writing practice.

Features:

• Bright and Engaging Design: Each poster is designed with vibrant colors and fun illustrations to capture students' attention and make learning enjoyable.
• Easy to Read: Large, clear fonts and well-organized layouts ensure that the information is easily accessible and comprehensible for students.
• Durable and Versatile: High-quality, printable PDF files that can be laminated for durability or displayed digitally.

How It Works:

1. Download and Print: Access the downloadable PDF files and print the posters on your preferred paper size.
2. Display in Writing Center: Arrange the posters in your writing center or classroom to create a visually stimulating and informative environment.
3. Use as Teaching Aids: Refer to the posters during lessons, writing activities, and student interactions to reinforce key concepts.
4. Encourage Independent Learning: Allow students to use the posters as references during independent writing time to support their writing development.

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This no prep Google Slides project works perfectly with almost any middle grade/YA fiction novel. While students are highly engaged and thinking creatively they are simultaneously analyzing text elements such as the plot, conflict, resolution, theme, and point of view of various characters. This resource includes directions, an editable yearbook template, and a teacher exemplar in case students need ideas bringing their work to life. Integrates seamlessly to Google Classroom!

The ELA department at my school uses independent projects like these in our choice boards as students finish their work early. This would also be great to replace book reports or as an extension or passion project!

Great beginning of year project for upper elementary (4th grade and up) and middle school students! This plaster project has everything to start a successful year in the classroom - high student engagement, multiple project variations to finish plaster colors wheels with different media, worksheets for off-task or disruptive students, plus step-by-step instructions with photos - to guarantee an excellent outcome for your students, even if you have never used plaster before. A bonus for this project is after students make their own color wheel, they can use it for the rest of the school year as they work on other art projects.

If you have not worked with plaster in the elementary classroom, don't worry! This lesson includes specific instructions and tips for successfully using plaster with your students. Also included is a guide for ordering plaster with a formula for determining how much material you need to order.

All of my lessons are cross-curricular and multi-disciplinary. This lesson includes specific ideas on embedding formative assessments and other core subjects in this project.

This project is in a PDF file and contains 18 pages. It includes:

• Cross-curricular lesson with detailed instructions and photos for 4 plaster color wheel projects
• Project vocabulary & definitions
• Vocabulary writing assignment for off-task students
• Guide for ordering plaster
• Project variations
• Tips for working with plaster 
• Cross-curricular connections

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Saddle up for a Valentine's Day celebration with our Howdy Valentine's Day Coloring Pack! This delightful pack features 8 pages of charming designs centered around classic cowboy elements such as boots, hats, and hearts, perfect for spreading love and cheer in the Wild West style.

Inside, you'll find intricately detailed illustrations of cowboy boots adorned with hearts, hats with romantic embellishments, and heart-shaped lassos to capture your creativity. Each page is designed with care to provide hours of relaxing and enjoyable coloring experience for both kids and adults alike.

Whether you're a seasoned cowpoke or a greenhorn in the coloring world, our

Howdy Valentine's Day Coloring Pack offers something for everyone. Let your imagination roam free as you bring these Western-themed designs to life with your favorite colors and shades.

So round up your crayons, grab your spurs, and get ready to create some heartwarming masterpieces with our Howdy Valentine's Day Coloring Pack. It's sure to be a rootin' tootin' good time for all!

Includes a PDF pack of 8 pages. Some include sayings such as Happy Valentine's Day and Howdy Valentine. There are also options without words.

Engage Your Students with a Fun, NO-PREP Robot Art Lesson!

Looking for an easy, engaging, and cross-curricular art activity? This robot-themed lesson combines creativity with literacy, making it perfect for art integration, sub plans, or mini-lessons. Students will create unique robot art pieces that not only develop artistic skills but also enhance key literacy competencies. Plus, their creations will make a fantastic hallway or classroom display!

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Minimal prep—just print the student pages and gather a few simple materials.
• Ideal for substitute plans, emergency lessons, homeschooling, or quick, effective mini-lessons.
• Designed to captivate even the most reluctant learners with a roll-and-draw game element that encourages creativity.
• Includes hand-drawn resources to take the pressure off perfection, helping students feel confident and engaged.

What’s Included:

• Non-editable PDF
• Roll-and-draw game sheet
• Reflection sheets
• Coloring page
• Finished example
• Writing activities

Why Hand-Drawn Matters:
Students often feel intimidated by perfect, digitally created examples. Hand-drawn elements help reduce anxiety and make the activity approachable for all skill levels. By focusing on effort and creativity rather than perfection, this resource inspires students to take risks and enjoy the process.

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Whether you’re planning for the week ahead or preparing for the unexpected, this robot art activity is a must-have addition to your teaching toolkit.

Unleash Kid's Inner Artist: Draw 15 Amazing Animals!

Join us on a fun adventure to create 15 incredible animals! This easy-to-follow guide uses simple shapes to break down each drawing into 7 manageable steps.

Here's what you'll get:

• Step-by-step instructions: We'll start with basic shapes and gradually add details, making drawing fun and achievable.
• 15 unique animals: Unleash kid's creativity with a variety of creatures, from cuddly cats to funny a happy rooster.
• Confidence boost: By the final step, kid'll be drawing and coloring the favorite animals independently, feeling proud of themself artistic skills!

Get ready to be surprised by what they can create!

This fabulous and engaging K-2 activity will gradually allow young learners to enjoy drawing and creating fantastic art pieces. Step-by-step instructions allow each student to create classroom materials drawings during whole group instruction or independent learning time. Students can then add vocabulary, sentences, or a short idea to describe their object. This fun and exciting activity grows as students grow throughout the year.

I create a practice art notebook for students where each piece gets glued into their book as they develop mastery. The added creative writing element means they learn to talk about art in a French too!

How to prepare this resource:

Make a copy of each page and distribute to students. You can arrange to have them all done in a booklet form or, as I do, I make copies at the beginning of the year and add pages to a ‘cahier d’art’ for students to work on at their own pace once we have done a few as a group.

Students love the independence of working on the art piece on their own and as language production develops, they even go back to their first drawings to add details and sentences to describe their work!

When to use this resource in the classroom:

These activities can be used from the first week of school. Following instructions, mastering step-by-step directions can start at any time during the school year. Students will love using these pages as their confidence grows as each step shows dotted line additions that add a version of what each step looks like.

As language develops during the year, students can add details, descriptions, or story starters to prompt creative writing.

I hope your students enjoy learning to draw these classroom materials!

Appropriate audience:

I use these posters in my French Immersion classroom with Grade 1 and Grade 2 students. I feel confident that they could be used for any grade from K-6

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What grade level:

I personally use these texts with Grade 1 and Grade 2 students in French Immersion. I feel confident that students from Kindergarten to Grade Three will find these most useful and teachers can come back to the texts with any students who may be experiencing challenges in their French reading skills. Core French teachers will be sure to add the resource to their repertoire for Grades 4 to 6 as they learn to read and write at the Junior level.

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J’utilise cette affiches dans ma classe d’immersion française avec des élèves de 1e et 2e. Je suis convaincu qu’ils pourraient être utilisés pour n’importe quel niveau de la maternelle à la 6eannée. J’aimerais savoir comment vous utilisez ce produit dans votre classe. N’hésitez pas à me contacter directement si vous avez quelquechose à dire sur cette ressource. J’aime aider les enseignants autant que je peux.

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Introducing "How To Draw Animals For Kids", an engaging and educational guide designed to unleash your child's inner artist. Perfect for young doodlers and aspiring artists, this book uses an innovative grid-based approach to simplify the process of drawing animals.

Key Features:

Over 50 Charming Animal Images: With a diverse selection of animals to draw, this book offers endless hours of enjoyment and learning.

Step-by-Step Grid Format: Each image is broken down into manageable shapes and lines, making it easy for children to replicate and build their confidence.

Skill Development: This technique not only boosts artistic self-assurance but also helps develop fine motor skills and spatial awareness.

Tips and Techniques: As children progress through the book, they’ll acquire valuable drawing tips and techniques, enhancing their artistic abilities.

"How To Draw Animals For Kids" ensures that every child will find a beloved creature to draw, making it an ideal companion for any budding artist. Whether your child is a beginner or looking to polish their skills, this book will inspire and guide them on their artistic journey.

Give the gift of creativity and watch your child experience the joy of drawing, one grid at a time!

What’s included:

- over 50 animal images + grid for each image

Coloring Book Format:
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Are you looking for engaging March Spring Bulletin Board Craft Activities for your students? This Flower Craft is the perfect one for your students! This craft is great for spring or March bulletin boards.

Display the completed crafts proudly on bulletin boards, hallways, or doors—a showcase for the entire school community.

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• 8 Flower (Spring Color Combination & Black and White Version)

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Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with our vibrant coloring sheets! These printables solve the problem of engaging kids in learning about Latino culture and history through fun, educational activities. Perfect for classrooms and home, they highlight Latino leaders, traditions, and pride, making heritage education enjoyable and interactive.

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Celebrate the end of the school year in style with this Last Day of School Crown Craft! This fun and easy DIY printable is perfect for classrooms, homeschool celebrations, or end-of-year parties. Students will love coloring, decorating, and assembling their own crowns to wear proudly on their special day!

What’s Included:

• 1 Printable Crown Template (Black & White)
• "Last Day of School" text with fun decorative elements (stars, bows, music notes, and more!)
• Instructions for easy use

How to Use:

• Color and decorate the crown.
• Carefully cut along the lines.
• Tape or glue the ends together to form a wearable crown.
• Wear it proudly to celebrate the Last Day of School!

Perfect For:

Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Elementary students

End-of-year classroom activities

Keepsake crafts and photo ops

Add a touch of creativity and excitement to your last school day with this adorable crown craft!

Free Thanksgiving Turkey Coloring Activity – Hand-Drawn and Engaging for Students!

Celebrate Thanksgiving with this fun and free turkey coloring activity! Perfect for classrooms or home use, this hand-drawn turkey artwork allows students to express their creativity while learning about the Thanksgiving holiday. Designed to captivate and entertain, this activity is ideal for developing fine motor skills, fostering creativity, and encouraging artistic expression. Whether as part of a holiday lesson or a standalone craft, this free Thanksgiving coloring activity will keep students excited and involved.

Engage young minds with our Reading Comprehension Worksheets! Perfect for early learners, these worksheets combine reading practice with creative expression. Students will read a paragraph and then illustrate their understanding through drawing. This fun and effective approach boosts reading comprehension, vocabulary, and visual thinking skills. Download now and watch your child's imagination soar!

How this will benefit students:

• Enhanced Reading Comprehension: By visualizing the text, students deepen their understanding of the story or information.
• Vocabulary Development: Encountering new words in context encourages vocabulary acquisition.
• Creative Expression: Drawing allows students to interpret the text in their own unique way, fostering creativity.
• Improved Focus and Attention: The combination of reading and drawing keeps students engaged and focused.
• Boosted Confidence: Seeing their own illustrations can boost students' self-esteem and confidence in their reading abilities.

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