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No prep! This directed drawing pack guides students through an easy six-step process of creating ten spring items, 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. Butterflies
2. Ducklings
3. Flowers
4. Kites
5. Ladybugs
6. Lambs
7. Rainbows
8. Rainclouds
9. Snails
10. Trees
11. 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!

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

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.

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Silk road art project

Transport your elementary students on a journey through time and culture with this captivating lesson plan designed to dive into the history and beauty of the Silk Road landscapes while engaging students in hands-on painting or coloring.

In this comprehensive Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Silk road art project, students will explore the significance of the Silk Road as a historical trade route that connected diverse cultures across Asia. They will learn about the landscapes, landmarks, and cultural exchanges that characterized this ancient network of trade routes.

Key Features:

1. Cultural Exploration: Introduce students to the rich history and cultural significance of the Silk Road. Discuss the diverse cultures and civilizations that flourished along this historic trade route, from China to the Mediterranean.
2. Landscape Painting: Guide students through the process of creating their own Silk Road-inspired landscape paintings. Provide step-by-step instructions for techniques such as blending colors to capture the vibrant hues of Asian landscapes.
3. Coloring Activity: Offer coloring pages featuring iconic Asian landscapes along the Silk Road. From the majestic mountains of Central Asia to the bustling marketplaces of the Middle East, these coloring pages will allow students to explore and appreciate the beauty of diverse Asian landscapes.
4. Cross-Curricular Connections: Connect the art activity to other subjects such as social studies and geography by discussing the geographical features and cultural landmarks along the Silk Road. Encourage students to research and learn more about specific regions and civilizations.
5. Discussion Prompts: Spark meaningful discussions about cultural diversity, historical connections, and the importance of preserving and celebrating Asian heritage. Encourage students to share their thoughts and reflections on the significance of the Silk Road in shaping the world we live in today.

By the end of this lesson, students will not only have created beautiful landscape paintings inspired by an Asian artist but will also have gained a deeper appreciation for the cultural diversity and historical significance of Asia. This lesson plan is perfect for Asian Heritage Month or any time of year when exploring cultural heritage and diversity in the classroom.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage your students in a memorable and meaningful learning experience! Download this comprehensive lesson plan today and embark on a journey along the Silk Road together.

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- Teacher’s guide for a 2- 45-minute lesson

- 11 slides - A presentation

- 1 worksheet about silk road and Mongolian art

- 1 painting or coloring landscape - 3 options

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These Native American Landscape projects allow your students to explore different artmaking techniques of creating texture with a cross-curricular lesson that celebrates Native American Heritage Month and explores the artwork of Native American artist Mateo Romero.   This project is designed for 2nd-5th grade students & can be easily adapted for middle school. 

This student-favorite project is highly engaging, multi-disciplinary and includes multiple student-friendly techniques to create textured artwork.  This project works well for Native American Heritage Month (November), a landscape artist study, or anytime of the year. 

This resource is in a PDF file and contains 17 pages. It includes: 

• Cross-curricular lesson with detailed instructions and photos for 3 projects
• Suggestions for project & material variations
• Cross-curricular and literacy connections
• Information on contemporary Native American artist Mateo Romero
• Native American Heritage Month facts
• Guide to creating texture
• National Core Arts Standards and TEKS (Texas) for 2nd-5th grades

This lesson allows you to use inexpensive everyday household items for students to create magnificent textured artwork to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. 

This lesson includes TEKS (if you are in Texas) and National Core Arts Standards for 2nd-5th grades.

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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!

Who doesn't love to be recognized for their strengths?! This packet contains 17 colorful classroom awards that target different science topics and well as behaviors that you would expect students to have in a science class. There are also black and white, printer-friendly awards that you could have students color once they get them!

Using awards with your students is a great behavior management tool. They can be used immediately and are motivational!

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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!

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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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• 6 writing prompts
• 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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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.

Looking for a way to make studying more engaging and effective? This memory game is your secret weapon! It's not just fun and games (although it is definitely both!), this game is designed to supercharge your learning in several key areas:

• Memory Retention: Say goodbye to rote memorization! This game strengthens your ability to remember information, making those facts and figures stick for the long haul.
• Concentration Power: Sharpen your focus and concentration skills. The game trains your brain to filter out distractions and hone in on the task at hand, making studying sessions more productive.
• Cognitive Boost: Get ready for a cognitive upgrade! This game challenges your brain in a way that strengthens cognitive abilities, like problem-solving and critical thinking, which are essential for academic success.

But wait, there's more! This memory game is perfect for all types of learners, regardless of age or learning style. Whether you're a visual learner, auditory learner, or kinesthetic learner, this game will help you learn and retain information in a way that works for you.

So ditch the boring flashcards and textbooks, and get ready to experience learning in a whole new way! This memory game is the perfect tool for students of all ages who want to:

• Ace that upcoming exam
• Master a new language
• Improve their overall academic performance
• Have some fun while they're learning!

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Students are given 10 elements to add to their work of art in order. Even though the requirements are the same each piece is unique! Since there is no "right way" to add some of the elements it is a confidence booster! Perfect for older kids to independently work on, or for younger students to follow along with the teacher. Also could be used for sub plan! Includes 3 different task card sets.

Celebrate Pi Day with our exciting Pi Day Bingo game! Test your knowledge of all things pi-related with fun-filled bingo cards. Perfect for classrooms, math clubs, or family gatherings, this game offers entertainment for all ages. Get ready to shout "Bingo!" as you match up the numbers and symbols.

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This is a watch along activity to go with the movie, Wreck It Ralph. The focus of the activity is on the characters. Describing characters using adjectives, explaining how the main characters changes from the beginning of the story to the end, and how a character impacts the story.

This is a great product to help keep students engaged and focused as they watch the movie.

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Leap into the world of dance with our exquisite collection of 50 ballet dancer clipart files, crafted to inspire and beautify your teaching materials. Perfect for arts educators, performance flyers, classroom decorations, and any project needing a sprinkle of ballet's timeless elegance.

What's Inside?

This stunning collection features:

Diverse Poses: Capture the fluidity and poise of ballet with a wide range of positions, from grand jetés to delicate arabesques.

Gender-Inclusive: While the majority of the figures are female, several male dancers are included to represent the diversity of ballet.

Elegant Silhouettes: Most cliparts are in silhouette form, providing a strong, classic impression that complements any background or theme.

Detailed Figures: A selection includes dancers with facial features, adding character and emotion to your projects.

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PNG Files: Each image comes in a transparent PNG format.

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Perfect for Many Uses

Educational Materials: Enhance lesson plans, worksheets, and classroom presentations with these artistic figures.

Creative Projects: Ideal for student art projects, bulletin boards, and school performance programs.

Event Decorations: Add flair to invitations, posters, and decorations for dance recitals or school events.

Take kids on an out-of-this-world adventure with these Space and Galaxy Coloring Pages! This printable pack features stunning space-themed designs, perfect for inspiring creativity and introducing young learners to the wonders of the universe.

What’s Included:

Space Exploration Designs: Rockets, astronauts, satellites, and more!
Galaxy Wonders: Planets, stars, constellations, and cosmic scenes to color.
Printable PDF Format: Instant download for easy use in classrooms or at home.

Why You’ll Love It:

Fun and Educational: Combines creative fun with a space-themed learning experience.
Perfect for All Ages: Suitable for kids of various skill levels.
No-Prep Activity: Print and color for hours of engaging fun.

Ideal for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers, these Space and Galaxy Coloring Pages are perfect for art centers, STEM-themed lessons, or just sparking curiosity about space. Download your set today and let the coloring journey begin!

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Let's appreciate our teachers! These thank you activities and crafts are a great addition to your Teacher Appreciation Week at school! This printable resource is designed to engage students and give them the opportunity to give back to their teachers and school staff in simple, yet fun and creative way! You can use this resource in one art center in your classroom or as a whole class crafting time. There are 5 pop up card templates for students choose from with different animated drawing. Students get to recreate their favorite memories with their teachers using the diorama template. They can also write a letter to their teacher or even make a creative acrostic poem. All appreciation is possible with this resource!

Templates Included in the Resource:

• 5 different pop up 3D card templates

• 1 3D sign with a card template attached

• 2 diorama templates

• 1 colored acrostic poem template

• 1 B&W acrostic poem template

• 1 colored letter to my teacher template

• 1 B&W letter to my teacher template

• 1 all about my teacher template

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These creative Art name tags were designed to be printed, cut apart, and attached to your student’s amazing artworks. These name tags have a line designated for the student’s name, type of artwork it is, and grade level of the student. Using these name tags makes it easy for handing back artworks to students after the art is displayed in an art gallery, art museum, and/or art show. As an elementary art teacher, I enjoy different color name tags for different grade levels, so I have created 6 unique color palettes per grades K-5th grade. I hope this helps! Enjoy.