Art for upper elementary

A gigantic list of engaging and meaningful end of the year activities for upper elementary students. Reading, writing, science, and more!

Art for Kids Who Hate Art: All kinds of unconventional art projects for elementary students that will get you buy-in from the most reluctant students. #artseducation #outdooreducation #artclass

36 Elementary Art Lessons for Kids - one for every week of the school year! Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, scout leaders, and parents!

15 Fun One-Day Elementary Art Lesson Ideas Curriculum Design % %

I did learned this technique from my co-worker Jayne, who taught it during summer school last year. I think drawing on tin foil is a unique experience for kids that can be done using a variety of themes! My third and fourth graders had a great time making these abstract drawings using Sharpie markers on tin foil. To prepare the surface, pull out a sheet of tin foil and carefully flatten it on to a piece of cardboard or matboard. … Read more... →

I've been teaching perspective just about the same for the past ten years and sadly, I've been teaching it the way it was taught to me. Which isn't always a bad thing. Except for when it's boring and not relevant. This year, I'm trying a new perspective lesson with my 4th graders. They are going to draw a box from worm's eye view. So I had them start with some homework. They had to promise me that they would put a toy that is a rectangular prism or cube on the floor and lay on their belly…

June 2020--PLEASE NOTE--this project has been updated for distance learning to now include a HOW TO VIDEO! The updated post is here. And the new video can be viewed below OR on youtube. ENJOY! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This is a great project that uses only a couple of supplies (and a bit of patience) to create a piece that transforms from "ho-hum" into "WOW!" This is a great way to illustrate how various lines can show movement…

36 Elementary Art Lessons for Kids - one for every week of the school year! Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, scout leaders, and parents!

Hello Friends, Today, in Second Grade we are talking about the End of the Year! I decided to compile a list of a few ideas I saw online that look really fun and engaging! So, here we go! Miss Ward's Studious Second Graders has a great end of the year activity. Love this Summer Bucket List. I think I'll even make one for myself! Teaching with Simplicity has a great Summer Bingo! Perfect for the last few days! The Crafty Crow knows how to keep the kiddies busy during the last few days and help…

Art, math & nature study connection - warm and cool colors