Less than $5 Elementary School Visual Arts Projects

Welcome to our special lesson plan in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! Join us as we delve into the vibrant world of Asian culture through an exciting art project. This student-tested lesson plan is designed to explore the rich traditions of Asian art, with a focus on the unique techniques and styles of Thangka scroll paintings.

Thangkas are traditional Tibetan Buddhist paintings depicting deities, scenes, or mandalas on cotton or silk appliqué. Throughout Asia, these exquisite scroll paintings are treasured for their spiritual significance and intricate craftsmanship. In our lesson, we will dive deep into the history and symbolism of Thangka art, highlighting its importance in Asian culture.

This resource includes:

- Teacher’s guide for a 3- 45-minute lesson. (I did the project with grade 5, and that's how long it took)

- 9 slides - A presentation

- 3 templates

Skills Developed in this lesson:

- Learn art vocabulary and concepts; Asian culture.

- Fine motor skills

- Learn art vocabulary to describe choices while creating art.

If you like this resource, check out our other Asian projects!

⭐️Asian Heritage Month culture worksheets | AAPI month activity

⭐️Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Bundle for Asian culture art projects

⭐️NO PREP Valentine's day craft and bulletin board

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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!

Looking for the perfect one-day project? This rock crystals project is highly engaging for students, has cross-curricular connections, and includes National Art Standards for 2nd-5th grade.

This art project is simple to teach and students love it - perfect for any time of the year or when you typically have schedule disruptions. It can be completed as a one-day lesson or extended - multiple options are included in this resource.

This resource is in a PDF file with 8 pages and includes:

• 2 rock crystal lessons with detailed step-by-step instructions with photos
• cross-curricular and literacy connections
• facts about rock crystals and suggested additional resources
• multiple lesson variations with examples
• suggested project variations

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Down in the Art Room

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!

Looking for a way to keep your students engaged and learning throughout the summer? Look no further than this exciting Summer Bucket List Challenge! This creative activity uses the power of nouns to spark imagination, plan adventures, and solidify language skills – all while having a blast!

Here's how it benefits your students:

• Unleash Creativity: Brainstorming bucket list items using nouns encourages students to think outside the box and dream up exciting summer adventures. From exploring a (forest) to building a (sandcastle), the possibilities are endless!
• Boost Language Skills: Nouns are the building blocks of sentences. By focusing on nouns, students practice identifying, using, and understanding these essential parts of speech in a fun and interactive way.
• Plan for Fun: This activity helps students structure their summer break by planning activities they'll truly enjoy. From visiting a (museum) to attending a (concert), they can tailor their bucket list to their interests.
• Make Lasting Memories: Turning summer dreams into reality creates unforgettable experiences that students will cherish long after the break is over.
• Spark Curiosity: This activity encourages students to explore new things and expand their horizons. It might lead them to discover a new passion for (stargazing) or a love for learning about (ancient history)!

Get ready for a summer filled with creativity, learning, and unforgettable fun! This engaging educational activity is the perfect way to keep your students' minds active and spirits high throughout the break.

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Celebrate Kindness Day, National Kindness Day, and World Kindness Day with these fun and meaningful Kindness Headband Coloring Crafts! This set includes 2 differentiated headbands that children can color, personalize, and proudly wear, making it perfect for classrooms, homeschools, or community kindness events. Each headband design encourages kindness and positivity, helping young learners connect with the importance of compassion in a creative way.

How to Use:

1. Print out the differentiated headband pages.
2. Allow children to color and decorate each headband.
3. Cut out along the outline.
4. Tape or staple the ends to fit each child’s head.

These Kindness Day Headbands offer an engaging craft activity that students can wear as a reminder of kindness. Perfect for group activities, morning meetings, or craft time, they help children celebrate and spread kindness while having fun.

This is a informational reading passage about Jacob Lawrence as an African American Artist. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project activity or for Black History Month.

Information on...

- Early Life

- Family Life

- Interesting Facts

- Artists

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

Other newsletter for Black History Month:

Misty Copeland

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Misty-Copeland-Biography-Newsletter-2411406

Louis Armstrong

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Louis-Armstong-Biography-Newsletter-Research-2421111

Ruby Bridges

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Ruby-Bridges-Biography-Newsletter-Research-2421118

Maya Angelou

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Maya-Angelou-Newsletter-Research-Black-History-Month-2421074

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Looking for a way to boost student engagement, creativity, and confidence? This ice cream scoop activity is the perfect solution! It's a fun and interactive way for students to explore and celebrate their grade level.

Here's the scoop on how it benefits your students:

• Sparks Imagination & Creativity: Students will unleash their artistic side by coloring adorable ice cream scoops.
• Boosts Confidence: Reflecting on positive experiences builds self-esteem and a love for learning.
• Strengthens Memory & Knowledge: Writing down favorite memories and goals reinforces what they've learned.
• Sets Goals for the Future: Planning for upcoming challenges builds a path to success.
• Promotes Classroom Discussion: Sharing ice cream scoops can spark conversation and build community.

This activity is perfect for:

• Back-to-school introductions
• End-of-year celebrations
• Thematic learning units
• Building classroom spirit

So ditch the boring worksheets and dive into this engaging project! It's a guaranteed recipe for increased student enthusiasm and a love for learning!

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Celebrate Kindness Day, National Kindness Day, and World Kindness Day with these interactive and meaningful Kindness Headband Coloring Crafts! This resource includes 2 differentiated headbands for young learners to color, personalize, and wear, making it perfect for classrooms, homeschools, and community events focused on kindness and empathy. Each headband is designed to reinforce the themes of kind words and kind actions, helping children connect with the concept of kindness in a fun, hands-on way.

This set also includes a social story about kindness that teaches children about the power of kind words and kind actions. Through relatable characters and scenarios, the story emphasizes simple but impactful actions, like saying “Thank you” or “Please,” and practicing patience, sharing, and listening to others. This story is a valuable resource for promoting empathy and social skills in young learners, helping them understand why kindness matters.

Product Features:

• 2 Differentiated Headbands: Each headband can be customized, offering different designs to engage learners of varying skill levels.
• Kindness Social Story Included: The story helps children learn about using kind words and practicing kind actions, reinforcing positive social-emotional skills in a way they can relate to and enjoy.
• Easy-to-Make Craft: Simply color, cut out, and tape or staple the ends to fit each child’s head.

How to Use:

1. Print out the headband and social story pages.
2. Allow students to color and decorate each piece, choosing colors and designs that reflect kindness.
3. Read the social story together, discussing examples of kind words and kind actions.
4. Cut out the headbands along the outline and tape or staple the ends to fit each child’s head.

These Kindness Headbands and the included social story are fantastic tools for teaching children about the importance of kindness. They empower young learners to use kind words like “Thank you” and “Please” and to take kind actions like sharing and taking turns. Perfect for Kindness Day celebrations, morning meetings, or any lesson focused on social-emotional learning, these headbands and story will help children spread kindness and positivity wherever they go!

Celebrate Learning & Laughter: Create Your Own End-of-Year School Memory Capsule!Unleash Your Inner Storyteller & Reflect on a Spectacular School Year!
This isn't your average school project! This year, capture the magic with a personalized School Memory Capsule. It's a blast from the past in the making, guaranteed to spark joy and remind you of all the incredible moments you shared with friends and teachers.
But wait, there's more! Here's why this activity rocks:

• Lights, Camera, Memories! Become a memory maestro and create snapshots showcasing your favorite school moments. Did you ace a tough test? Win the big game? Celebrate those victories and everything in between!
• Reflect & Recharge: Take a step back and appreciate all you've accomplished this year. This activity isn't just about fun, it's about recognizing your growth and celebrating your achievements.
• A Treasure to Keep: This personalized capsule isn't just for now, it's a keepsake for the future! Years down the line, you can revisit these memories and reminisce about the amazing times you had in school.

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