5th Grade Arts & Music Activities (by rating)

The carnival is here! Students explore carnival scenes with top composer Johann Strauss II! These open SEL activities invite students to color their listening experience while hearing the selected music. Each featured piece of music has a unique carnival scene to color and expressive keywords to choose from.

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by choosing colors related to a musical theme

You'll find five unique carnival scenes for students to explore: bumper car, rollercoaster, bouncy house, popcorn, and a concession stand. Students choose from emojis and fun-themed images to color. There are no wrong answers!

Featured Classical Music

1. The Blue Danube
2. Voices of Spring
3. Egyptian March
4. Pizzicato Polka
5. Thunder and Lightning

These carnival-themed listening activities are easy to implement - just print and play! The music is readily available on YouTube and your favorite streaming services. No musical training is required making these great for sub plans and summer send-home packets!

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!

First week of school art projects| Pop Art collaborative art lesson is a great way to introduce the concept of Pop art and value. This lesson focuses on a monochromatic color scheme. It can be used to introduce a concept, review a concept, for the first week of school, or send it home as reinforcement for homework.

This resource includes:

- 1 pop art collaborative activity worksheet

- 1 value poster

- bulletin board letters ( 2 options)

Skills Developed in this lesson:

- Learn art vocabulary and concepts;

- Fine motor skills

- Color theory

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Dive into the rich tapestry of Black history with our Ultimate Black History Month Educational Bundle, meticulously crafted for educators passionate about providing a comprehensive, interactive, and engaging learning experience. This bundle combines a variety of resources, ensuring a well-rounded approach to teaching pivotal moments and figures in Black history. Suitable for grades 4-8, these resources are perfect for integrating into ELA, Social Studies, Art, and more.

1. Black History Month Athlete Trading Cards - Interactive Digital & Print Resource: Engage and educate your students with this interactive set of athlete trading cards. Celebrate the achievements of influential Black athletes with this 60-slide resource, perfect for classroom activities, creative projects, and bulletin board displays.
2. Claudette Colvin STAAR Test Prep Text (Grades 6-8) - FREEBIE: Dive into the inspiring story of Claudette Colvin with this STAAR test prep text. Designed for students in grades 6-8, this resource not only enriches students' knowledge about an important figure in the Civil Rights Movement but also sharpens their test-taking skills.
3. MLK 3 Interactive Timelines, Bulletin Boards & Door Decor: Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with interactive timelines and visually appealing decor. This resource is perfect for creating an educational environment that celebrates MLK's journey and teachings, inspiring students through interactive learning and creative expression.
4. Black History Month Digital Resource - 45 Google Slides, 15 Texts, Video & Writing: This comprehensive digital resource is a treasure trove of information, featuring 45 Google Slides, 15 texts, videos, and writing prompts. It's designed to provide a rich educational experience, sparking discussions and deepening understanding.
5. Civil Rights Movement Song Analysis (Grades 5-8) - Valentine's Day Special: Analyze the profound messages in songs from the Civil Rights Movement with this unique resource. It's an engaging way for students to connect with history through music, enhancing their analytical skills and emotional understanding of the era.
6. Color & Discover Modern Heroes of Black History Month - Freebie: This creative resource allows students to learn about modern heroes of Black History Month through coloring activities. It's a fun, engaging way to introduce younger students to influential figures and their contributions.
7. Claudette Colvin STAAR Test Prep Text (Grades 6-8) - FREEBIE (Duplicate): Reinforce your students' understanding and appreciation of Claudette Colvin's courageous stand during the Civil Rights Movement with this STAAR test prep text. This resource doubles the opportunity to integrate critical reading and historical knowledge into your test preparation activities.

Each resource in this bundle is thoughtfully designed to cater to different learning styles and classroom needs, making it the perfect package to explore, celebrate, and honor Black History Month in your classroom. Equip your students with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and a deep appreciation for the contributions and stories of Black individuals with our Ultimate Black History Month Educational Bundle.

Geometry Christmas booklet to transform 2D geometry shapes into Christmas icons.

Engage your students and prepare all the cutting, pasting and coloring stationery!

What's Covered?

Change the circle, square, rectangle & triangle to join Christmas and be festive! Draw and color each shape [an exemplary guide is attached of what the shapes could be transformed to].

⭐You may like: Christmas Ornaments | Coloring by 2D Shapes**⭐**

Don't forget to share with me how it went with your little ones. I hope it was useful in your classroom.

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This fun and engaging pack of Mardi Gras Writing Prompts is great for Mardi Gras activities and Mardi Gras Craftivity. These Shrove Tuesday writing crafts are perfect for Grades 1 to 5.

Your students can also use these mask templates to make their adorable Mardi Gras Mask and put them on like that.

Includes:

▪︎ 6 different Mardi Gras Writing Prompts (inclusive of Acrostic Poem writing and five senses writing)

▪︎2 different Mardi Gras masks templates

▪︎Mardi Gras hat template

▪︎A blank mask template for your kiddos to design their own masks.

Just print, color, make and write.

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This weaving projects bundle contains 3 cross-curricular lessons each based on a different artist with 8 projects for 2nd - 5th grades & up. These highly engaging projects are more advanced and develop fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination.  Paper and fiber weaving art projects are included.  

All projects include project & material variations so project materials and complexity may be varied to differentiate for students.  They produce spectacular artwork for display.

This bundle includes the following resources:

Monet Weaving Projects

Ted Harrison Inspired Weaving Projects

Sonia Delaunay Inspired Weaving Projects

This bundle contains 3 PDF files for a total of 70 pages. It includes:

• Detailed, step-by-step project instructions with photos for weaving projects by Monet (fiber weaving), Ted Harrison (fiber weaving & paper weaving), & Sonia Delaunay (paper weaving)
• Cross-curricular & literacy connections
• Artist facts
• National Art Standards & TEKS for end-5th grades (all projects)
• Project & materials variations (all projects) 

Plus much more! 

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Year Long Art Projects Bundle 3

Women's History Art Projects Bundle 1

Art Projects Inspired by Artists Bundle

Native American Art Projects Big Bundle

Sub Plans Art Bundle

Year Long Art Projects Bundle

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Looking for a thought-provoking, creative activity to pair with your Wonder novel study? This acrostic poem and "Design Your Own Choose Kindness Shirt" art activity are just what you need to inspire your students while reinforcing themes of kindness, empathy, and self-expression!

Recommended for grades 5-8.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

✨ Acrostic Poem Template: Students use their names to craft thoughtful poems inspired by the story and its powerful message. It’s perfect for encouraging critical thinking and creativity.

✨ Kindness T-Shirt Design Activity: Have your students imagine they’re creating their own “kindness campaign” by designing a T-shirt with a positive message or a powerful quote from the book. This hands-on activity promotes individuality, self-expression, and classroom collaboration.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT FOR YOUR CLASSROOM OR HOMESCHOOL:

✔️ No Prep, Easy to Use – Just print and go!

✔️ Aligned with SEL Themes – Focus on empathy, respect, and inclusivity.

✔️ Fun and Flexible – Use as a quick activity, a station in your classroom, or as part of a larger unit on Wonder.

✨ BONUS: These activities also make a great bulletin board display to celebrate your students’ creativity and showcase the lessons learned from Wonder.

Love this freebie? Take your Wonder novel study to the next level!

Check out my comprehensive Wonder Novel Study with over 100 pages of engaging activities that dive deeper into character analysis, themes, literary devices, and much more. It’s packed with tools to inspire rich discussions and critical thinking—all aligned to standards and designed for grades 5-8.

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Unleash your students' creativity and celebrate the magic of music with these Taylor Swift-Inspired End of Era Coloring Pages! Perfect for a range of grade levels, these unique coloring sheets are designed to mark the end of the school year with a harmonious blend of art and fun.

What's Included:

• 8 Coloring Pages
• Educational Value: Enhance fine motor skills, color recognition, and creative expression while subtly incorporating the joy of music into your classroom activities.
• Variety for All Ages: Our pages range from simple designs for younger students to more detailed and complex patterns for older children, ensuring every student finds something they love.
• End of Year Celebration: Use these pages as a fun and relaxing activity to commemorate the end of the school year, allowing students to unwind and reflect on their accomplishments.
• Printable Easy-to-print PDF files
• Versatile Use: Perfect for art lessons, end-of-year activities, classroom decor, or as a special gift for students to take home.

Benefits for Teachers:

• Engagement: Keep students engaged and excited as they color their favorite Taylor Swift-inspired scenes and motifs.
• Stress Relief: Provide a relaxing and enjoyable activity that helps students wind down after a busy school year.

Ideal For:

• Classroom Use: Art projects, free-time activities, or a creative end-of-year celebration.
• Gifts: Great for creating personalized gifts for students to remember their school year by.

Save time with these Bible based Mother's and Father's Day crafts and gifts!

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Help kids to honor the Godly men and women in their life with these printable Mother’s Day and Father's Day cards and crafts with Bible verses!

Included in each resource are several options to create sweet & meaningful crafts and cards.

Mother's Day Resource:

Each craft has the Bible verse Proverbs 31:30.

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• Mother’s Day Flower Coloring Craft:

• Mother’s Day Flower Dip and Dap Painting Craft:

• Mother's Day Flower Coloring Craft and Card:

• Mother's Day Flower Painting Craft and Card

• Mother’s Day Interactive Flower Craft Card :

Father's Day Resource:
Each craft has a Bible verse relating to Godly Fathers /Men :

Psalm 127:4

Psalm 1:1-3

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• Father’s Day Like Arrows Hand Print Craft:

• Father’s Day Like Arrows Coloring Craft:

• Father’s Day Like a Tree Dip and Dap Painting Craft:

This will get students thinking about fractals and patterns in nature. It will get students thinking in new ways about the natural world around them.

• Are you looking for a meaningful activity to do in outside with your students?
• This patterns activity will work for many grade levels. And, it will get them all thinking.
• Looking for fractals and patterns in nature can be integrated with math and art.
• Included are:

- a poster of Benoit Mandelbrot, the scientist/mathematician who discovered and coined the term fractal,

- two pages showing pictures of patterns and fractals in nature

- a scavenger hunt recording sheet for students, and ideas and references for follow-up activities.

• What are you waiting for! Get outside and have some fun!

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No Prep Thanksgiving Turkey Coloring Craft, Thankful Turkey writing activity.
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Includes 2 pages to complete your own turkey.

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Kindness is contagious! By teaching children about kindness and gratitude, they can learn to better manage their emotions, andactions and learn to form better relationships with themselves and others.

Get your Kids Yoga Activity Packet, all about Kindness!

This sampler includes:

• Beautifully illustrated kindness yoga cards
• Breathing exercises and mindfulness activity
• Printable craft to spark creativity and foster kindness
• Kindness coloring worksheet for children

Perfect for practicing anywhere! Use this deck at home, school, park, or when traveling!

This is a 13-page free PDF download that you can view on your phone, tablet, or computer, or print out onto paper. We recommend cutting out each card and taping/gluing on a 4x6 index card or card stock. For added durability, laminate each card.

Make your Christmas Holiday Party Crafts fun with this engaging, hands-on Christmas Elf Kids craft making activity! This includes 2 low-prep Christmas Elf kids crafts templates perfect for having fun for the Christmas holiday. Quick and easy setup plus clear student directions make this activity perfect for centers or substitute days, too!

Lead your students in fun craft making with 2 elves (girl or boy) by cutting out the pieces, coloring, gluing the parts together and decorating. Students will love putting together their elf activities together by using their problem solving skills through these fun activities, and won't even realize how much they're having fun! Use it after reading a story about elves, go to an elf play or sing a song about elves. These can be printed in black and white or in color.

Here's what you'll get:

• a boy elf

• a girl elf

• easy to follow directions

Your students will crafting Christmas holiday elf crafts with a variety of common classroom materials. They'll be engaged and having a great time together!

These activities use materials readily available in most classrooms and homes and includes printable templates to create each activity.

Prep is quick and easy... Just print the nutcracker pages, cut everything out, color, decorate, gather the materials listed, and you're ready for a fun and engaging class! Print in black and white for coloring and in color for easy assembly. You can make these into puppets, dance around the room with them while listening to Nutcracker music, or use to decorate your room with.

You may also like…
→ Pin the Nose on the Reindeer Game
→Christmas Holiday Build a Nutcracker Craft Activity
→ Christmas Build a/Crown/Mask Santa, Christmas Tree, Gnome, Reindeer, Elf,Snowman

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Create a peaceful and supportive space in your classroom with this comprehensive Calm Down Corner Printables Kit. This thoughtfully designed bundle includes everything you need to establish a calm down corner where students can practice mindfulness and emotional regulation. Ideal for teachers of Year 3-6 students, this Calm Down Corner kit is packed with engaging and educational resources to help students manage their emotions and develop self-compassion.

What's Included In The Calm Down Corner Kit:

• Mindful Colouring Pages: 30 beautifully designed colouring sheets that promote relaxation and focus. Perfect for a calm down corner.
• Mindful Mazes: Fun and calming mazes that encourage students to practice mindfulness as they navigate through each puzzle.
• Calm Down Technique Cards: Handy cards with various techniques for students to use when they need to calm down, such as deep breathing exercises and visualisation methods.
• Self Compassion Affirmation Cards: Inspirational cards with affirmations that boost self esteem and encourage positive self talk.
• Inspirational Quote Posters: Vibrant posters with uplifting quotes to inspire and motivate students throughout their day.
• Use Your Imagination Cards: A set of drawing cards where students turn a pattern or symbol into a drawing.

And more!!

Key Benefits Of A Calm Down Corner:

• Promotes Emotional Regulation: Helps students manage their emotions effectively and independently.
• Encourages Mindfulness: Engages students in activities that cultivate mindfulness and concentration.
• Supports Positive Classroom Environment: Fosters a calm and supportive atmosphere, enhancing overall classroom harmony.
• Easy to Implement: Printable resources are simple to set up and integrate into your existing classroom routine.

Perfect for Teachers Looking to:

• Create a designated calm down corner in their classroom.
• Provide students with tools to manage stress and anxiety.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encourage positive behaviours and emotional well-being.

Enhance your classroom with our Calm Down Corner Printables Kit, a must have resource for any educator aiming to support their students' emotional health and mindfulness practices. Download now and start building a tranquil oasis in your classroom today!

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Elevate your Earth Day celebrations with this set of 15 no-prep art prompts designed specifically for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Graders! Engage learners in creativity and environmental awareness with these thoughtfully crafted prompts.

Each prompt is carefully tailored to Earth Day themes, encouraging students to explore topics like recycling, conservation, nature, and sustainability through art. With no prep needed for teachers, you can seamlessly integrate these prompts into your lesson plans and activities.

These prompts inspire imagination and foster a deeper understanding of our planet's importance. Spark meaningful discussions and showcase students' artistic talents with these art prompts.

30 Father's Day themed cards for students to color, fold, personalize, and give. Includes: Directions for early learners and ideas for upper level learners 4 Inserts Sight Words 30 Father's Day Graphics to color: Nature themed Sports themed Extracurricular themes Love theme Western theme and more... Excellent keepsakes! Helps early learners with colors, coordination, and letters. Use as narrative or reflective writing activities for older elementary/middle school students.

Looking for a thoughtful and creative gift for your teacher? This Fingerprint Art Keepsake Printable is the perfect way to show your gratitude! Easy to use and filled with sentimental value, this keepsake makes a wonderful gift for Teacher Appreciation Week, end-of-year celebrations, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or any occasion throughout the school year.

What’s Included:

• A beautifully designed printable template (ready to download and print).
• Space to add children’s fingerprints to create a unique and personalized gift.
• Optional: Add the students’ names and the teacher’s name to make it even more special!

Why Teachers Will Love It:

This keepsake captures the love and appreciation of the entire class. The fingerprints symbolize the lasting impact a teacher has on their students, making it a cherished memento they’ll treasure for years.

How to Use:

1. Download the template after purchase.
2. Print it on high-quality paper or cardstock.
3. Have each student add their fingerprint with non-toxic ink.
4. Add names (optional), frame it, or gift it as is!

This simple yet heartfelt gift is ideal for students, parents, or room moms looking to give something memorable and meaningful to their teacher.

Perfect for:

• Teacher Appreciation Week
• Christmas or holiday gifts
• End-of-year gifts
• Valentine’s Day surprises

Introducing Fun Dot day Coloring Pages for Toddlers, Preschoolers, and Kindergarteners! Perfect for both girls and boys, these paint dauber coloring pages help young children practice pre-writing skills while having a great time.

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WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 30 Coloring Pages

• ( PDF + PNG )

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

• This item comes as a high-resolution PDF + PNG files that you can download straight after purchasing.

• You can print as many copies as you want.

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

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🌷Mother’s Day Printable Coloring Cards – Set of 4 Foldable Designs
Bring heartfelt creativity to your classroom or homeschool with this printable set of four Mother’s Day coloring cards—perfect for young learners to personalize with color and care!

Each card features a sweet, child-friendly design with messages like “Thanks for Helping Me Bloom” and “I Love You, Mom”—ideal for moms, stepmoms, grandmas, or any special caregiver.

These cards are a low-prep, meaningful activity that becomes a keepsake families will cherish.

🎨 PRODUCT INFORMATION

• 📄 Includes 4 PDF Coloring Card Pages
• ✂️ Each card creates a 5x7 inch folded greeting (cut and fold format)
• 📐 Available in US Letter (8.5x11) and A4 sizes
• 🖨️ High-resolution (300 DPI) for crisp printing
• ⚠️ PDFs are NOT editable | Envelopes not included

🎯 GREAT FOR:

• 👩‍🏫 General education, special education, and resource classrooms
• ⛪ Sunday School or church-based craft stations
• 🏡 Homeschool Mother’s Day units
• 🎨 Art centers or early finisher activities
• 💌 Take-home gifts from toddlers to early elementary
• ⏱️ No-prep option for busy educators and parents!

🔒 LICENSE & USE INFO

• 🚫 Personal / Single-Classroom Use Only
• ❌ Not for resale, redistribution, or commercial use

📥 INSTANT DOWNLOAD – Print, color, fold, and gift—done!
A meaningful way to celebrate Mother’s Day with zero prep and maximum heart.

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