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Middle School Art Projects
Help your middle school students explore new artistic techniques and concepts with projects designed for their level. This collection includes perspective drawing, thematic explorations, and introduction to different art mediums. By integrating these projects into your teaching, you can enhance creativity and artistic confidence.
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Then and Now History Drawing Project and Writing Activity
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Art History, Middle School, Elementary, High School, Homeschool Resources, Drawing Templates & Outlines, Worksheets & Printables, Projects, Activities, Writing Prompts
Then and Now History Drawing Project and Writing Activity | Integrate Art History This is a creative art activity project to get students thinking outside the box about history and art. Students will read recreate famous art work into their own style. They are then asked to write about each activity. Great for early finishers, morning time, or a quick reprieve from current lessons. Expand on this lesson by having your learners research the history of each artist and share their findings. This will make a great for a quick presentation to help with public speaking. I suggest using this with later elementary grades and middle school Included in this download: 3 Project Pages 1 Intro Page For Personal and Educational Use Only. Artists and famous art piece to learn: Michelangelo's Mona List Frida Khalo's Self-Portrait Van Gogh's Self-Portrait If you like this drawing resource check out more creative art activities: Imagination Workout Set 1 Drawing Prompts All About Me Artist Set Creative Valentine's Day Creative Activities Quick Doodle Monthly Word Drawing Prompts Keyhole Drawing Prompts Copy (Echo) Art Drawing Prompts Roll and Draw Your Name or Favorite Word Choose and Draw Wacky Turkey Activities Thank you for supporting Doodle Thinks and downloading this resource! Have fun drawing!
Author Doodle Thinks
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Tags Drawing, Art History, Drawing Prompts, Art Education, Art Integration
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Jackson Pollock
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few 20th-century artists have inspired more awe than Jackson Pollock. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the inspired abstract expressionist artist with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Jackson Pollock fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Jackson Pollock essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Jackson Pollock biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Jackson Pollock notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Outlining, Notetaking, Jackson Pollock
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Billie Holiday
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Billie Holiday was perhaps the most important singer of the Jazz age. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and summarize the life of the musical legend with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Billie Holiday fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Billie Holiday essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Billie Holiday biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Billie Holiday notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Billie Holiday
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: George Gershwin
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
George Gershwin Biography Research Project The famous American composer George Gershwin left behind a rich musical legacy still beloved today. With this engaging 6-page resource, students will conduct research on Gershwin's influential life and career before crafting an informative essay. The step-by-step materials scaffold the research and writing process for learners. First, a biography worksheet guides information gathering, including quality source citation. Next, an outline organizes facts into essay structure. Finally, the assignment sheet presents essay requirements, writing tips, peer review, and a rubric tied to Common Core standards. Differentiation is built-in since educators can assign this as an entire lesson or use components to supplement instruction. Applicable for grades 8-12, particularly music and social studies classes. This versatile resource develops research abilities and informs students about a key figure in 20th century American music.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Class Logo Project
Creative Arts, Art, Graphic Arts, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects
As you introduce and review new topics with your art students, you may want to ensure that you have quality resources that will allow them to express their understanding of the concept. Art can be concrete and abstract simultaneously! Because of this, we want to assess mastery in the best ways we know how. We can do this when we present hands-on and engaging lessons and instruction to our students. This is aClass Logo Project. Itis an editable presentation that can be accessed through Microsoft or Google. It consists of 32 slides. The objective is for students to be able to understand the various elements of a logo and design a class logo. The presentation breakdown is as follows: Slides 2 – 4: Defining a Logo Slides 5 – 9: The History of Logos Slides 10 – 16: Students will work to find the hidden or special message in the famous logos to ensue. Slides 17 – 24: Golden Rules of Logo Design Slides 25 – 29: Logo Design Process Slide 30 – Student Assignment Slide 31 – Success Criteria Slide 32 – Rubric Student Assignment is as follows: --Create a logo for the class, using the Golden Rules (digitally or on paper) --Complete a reflection of the process and the included design elements --Submit final logo AND brainstorms/doodles/ideas along the way. there will need to be a coloured and black and white version. --When everyone is done, the class will vote on the new and official class logo. This can be used with middle and high school art students. The self-reflection form is included as an editable Word document. I hope you enjoy! Take A Look at My Best Sellers: Addition File Folder Argumentative Writing Lesson Choosing Reliable Sources Lesson Pottery Art Lesson Positive Self-Affirmations Lesson Art History Research Project You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/resource-garden
Author Resource Garden
Tags Class Logo, Class Project, Graphic Arts, Art Design Project, Elements Of Design, Art Rubric, Art Project, Famous Logos
Viking Dragonship Paintings
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects
Viking Dragonship Paintings Teaching Resource Viking Dragonship Paintings is an engaging teaching resource designed to catalyze creativity and foster a love for history among 3rd to 6th-grade students. This comprehensive art project enhances artistic skills while deepening historical understanding, transporting students back to the era of Vikings. Designed For Ease-Of-Teaching The resource offers step-by-step guidance on creating complex forms like Viking dragonships from simple shapes. Important painting techniques such as wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet are emphasized, along with an innovative technique of modifying paint texture using salt! The project can be incorporated into group activities or assigned as individual projects. Included Content - PowerPoint Presentation! The robust content in the form of a PowerPoint presentation stimulates informative discussions about Vikings and their famed Dragonships while providing tips on various painting techniques. The presentation includes: 29 slides: rich with teaching strategies, learning goals, and questioning tactics meant to stimulate critical thinking. Success Criteria: clearly defined to measure learning effectiveness at the end of the module. List Of Necessary Supplies Provided We offer a list detailing all necessary supplies like pencil paper, sharpies watercolors paintbrushes watercolor paper along with an optional element – salt (to create different paint textures). This unique blend of art and history makes lessons visually stimulating and intellectually provocative which promotes enriched development among today's learners. Use this resource effectively — ignite young minds' immersion into times hundreds of years past all while nurturing their artistic potential in your classroom or homeschool setting.
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Viking, Dragonships, Art Techniques, History, Creativity
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Frida Kahlo
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
There are few artists as creative or unique as Frida Kahlo. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the renowned self-portraitist and artist with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Frida Kahlo fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Frida Kahlo essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Frida Kahlo biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Frida Kahlo notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Frida Kahlo
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Lin Manuel Miranda
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
If you're students are in love with the music of "Hamilton" or "Moana," give them the opportunity to learn about that music's creator, Lin Manuel Miranda. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and summarize the life of the modern music legend with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Lin Manuel Miranda fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Lin Manuel Miranda essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Lin Manuel Miranda biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Lin Manuel Miranda notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Pablo Picasso
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Pablo Picasso Research Organizer & Essay Assignment Guide students through researching the prolific 20th-century artist Pablo Picasso with this complete lesson package. Students first gather facts and citations about Picasso's life using a scaffolded research organizer. Next, they outline and draft a 5-paragraph essay synthesizing their learnings, receiving peer feedback along the way. Finally, students submit their work which can be assessed using the included rubric tied to Common Core ELA standards. This versatile resource can be used in full or shortened for a sub assignment. Implementation ideas included such as whole group introduction followed by individual work. Provides practice with informational writing and research skills. 6 printable pages plus an editable grading rubric. Best for grades 8-11.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Rubric, Pablo Picasso
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Salvador Dalí
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
There is perhaps no more recognizable twentieth-century artists than the eccentric Salvador Dalí. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the influential Spanish painter with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Salvador Dalí fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Salvador Dalí essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Salvador Dalí biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Salvador Dalí notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Rubric, Salvador Dalí
Nature Art Journal for Kids: Explore Art Elements and Plant Science
Creative Arts, Art, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Introducing the Product: Nature Art Journal for Kids: Explore Art Elements and Plant Science This remarkable resource merges two thrilling subjects - art and plant science to create an engaging learning journey for students. Specifically designed to stir the imagination of young learners within the age bracket of 8 to12 years (Grade 3 to Grade 7). Layout of The Journal The journal comprises seven units with each one honing in on a distinct element of art and a particular aspect of plant science. The artistic explorations incorporate line, texture, shape, color, value, space, and form. Simultaneously steering them through the fascinating world of plant kingdom such as monocots and dicots; parts of plants; leaf shapes; flower parts; photosynthesis; plant life cycle ;, making it insightful about changing seasons. Versatility Of This Resource This resource is versatile enough for various modes of instruction. It can be utilized during whole-group instruction or assigned as remote-learning activities or homework assignments stimulating independent thought in learners. About Its Format... The journal is available in a printable PDF format allowing educators to print these black-and-white pages at their convenience! You can bind these fascinating worksheets into three-ring binders ensuring easy accessibility. Inclusive example pages could serve as an answer key providing opportunities for self-correction but educators may choose whether these need to be printed or not. Note that this journal extensively covers all elements of art but does not strictly adhere to any official standard leaving plenty room for customization according to individual class needs. What Does It Contain? The journal houses 49 activities over 73 detailed pages certain to keep young learners engrossed, all while enriching their perception towards nature's marvels around them. In conclusion, as educators commence artistic techniques alongside diving into the botanic beauty found in plant ecosystems using our Nature Art Journal, it becomes a prominent teaching tool bridging education and environment seamlessly! Set your young students on an electrifying exploration journey - Establishing firm roots in plant science while branching out artistically and filling up their world with vibrant colors straight from nature with Nature Art Journal for Kids: Explore Art Elements and Plant Science!
Author ARTventurousanimals
Tags Art Elements, Plant Science, Nature Journal, Interactive Learning, Botanical Exploration
Beach Creatures (Watercolor Painting)
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Projects
Beach Creatures (Watercolor Painting) This is a comprehensive teaching resource designed to instill in students a deep appreciation for art, specifically the mesmerizing medium of watercolors. By combining knowledge of fine arts with practical application, this resource gives students from grades 3 through 8 the opportunity to create their own masterpiece while exploring nature's beauty. This resource revolves around taking students on an artistic journey to a beach, where they paint one out of three lovable creatures living amidst the seashells and shoreline. This creature could either be a playful seal, an energetic seagull or an industrious crab, with drawing guides included for each one! A PowerPoint Guide Aiding in this creative process is a 15-slide PowerPoint presentation loaded with invaluable insights on watercolor techniques and beneficial pointers for teachers written in the slide notes section. The effective visual aids combined with poignant questions will foster thought-provoking discussions and kindle creativity among learners. Creative Techniques & Materials Needed Pupils will learn how to properly mix watercolors, Create textural effects using salt, Pencils, A pair of scissors along with black Sharpie or crayon, Express their imagination using organic shapes derived from nature. Included Resources The lesson plan also includes printable PDFs that provide step-by-step instructions for creating the base structure of the chosen beach dweller as well as another reference page filled with illustrations on seashells enhancing your student's marine artwork! In terms of duration allocation; four 50-minute sessions are recommended – providing plenty room not just for art creation but absorbing every fascinating fact this project has installed about this exciting type of fine art. Whether used as small group activity, whole-class instruction or given as an engaging homework assignment, this resource is a comprehensive toolkit crafted thoughtfully to make art come alive and take students' artistic skills to an all new frontier of creativity.
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Watercolor Painting, Art Appreciation, Beach Creatures, Nature Exploration, Fine Arts
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Stephen Sondheim
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few figures have meant as much to American musical theatre than Stephen Sondheim This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and summarize the life of the Broadway legend with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Stephen Sondheim fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Stephen Sondheim essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Stephen Sondheim biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Stephen Sondheim notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Stephen Sondheim
Macrame Bracelets
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Fine Arts, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Crafts, Projects
Macrame Bracelets: A Unique Art Education Resource Macrame Bracelets is a comprehensive educational tool that blends art, history, and hands-on learning in one. It's ideal for all educators: public school teachers to homeschoolers, serving as an innovative way to amplify art education curriculum. The focus is on Macrame - a timeless craft of knotting - guiding students in crafting their own wearable bracelets. This activity encourages critical thinking and nurtures creativity by letting pupils delve into the art of weaving intricate designs with easy-to-understand techniques. Presentation Slides with Historical Detail This resource comes packed with a 13-slide PowerPoint presentation bursting with details about the craft - it’s historical importance and varied uses across ages. These slides are visually stimulating featuring colorful visuals and cues for initiating class discussion that triggers thought exchange. User-friendly Instructional Guide No need to worry about students getting lost in the process! A 7-page step-by-step instructional guide accessible via printable PDF file eases understanding, ensuing confidence when leading learners through the project. Sessions & Versatility Designed for three 50-minute sessions suitable for grades four through twelve. Fits well in whole-class interaction or small group work or homework tasks – so much flexibility! Easily Accessible Materials Required You just need noncomplicated items such as yarn (or string/cord), masking tape; any table or flat surface will do! Dual Role: Curricular and Exploratory Learning: Serves excellent for subjects like Art and Music involving Crafts and Fine Arts units. Imparts theoretical knowledge but also encourages the acquisition of practical skills among diverse learners. Digital Presence & Old-world Craft Skills This digital aid dovetails wonderfully with today’s tech-savvy classrooms while keeping alive traditional hands-on crafting skills—a fine blend of vintage charm with modern ease amidst teaching practices. To Summarize Macrame Bracelets is a potent learning tool that develops creativity, critical thinking, and historical consciousness in an engaging yet hands-on manner. Standing out as a treasured resource for teachers who wish to make learning enjoyable yet impactful across ages and academic levels.
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Macrame, Bracelets, Art Education, Hands-on Learning, History
One-Point Perspective Pumpkin Farms
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects
One-Point Perspective Pumpkin Farms: For Grades 3 to 6 One-Point Perspective Pumpkin Farms is an entertaining and engaging fall-themed art project ideal for students in grades 3 to 6. It serves as an unparalleled platform for students to delve into understanding perspective, thus enhancing their artistic and creative skills through the creation of their very own lifelike 3D pumpkin farms. The primary emphasis of this resource is not only on honing individual artistic abilities but also on fostering critical thinking capacity through immersive educational tie-ins. This teaching resource provides comprehensive instructions that are easy for young learners from third grade through sixth grade to follow. Incorporating One-Point Perspective Pumpkin Farms Into Your Curriculum Incorporating this project into your curriculum fosters self-expression amongst your students whilst maintaining a foundation in fine arts education principles. Whether you're homeschooling or operating in a traditional school environment, this project offers versatility with options for its application such as whole group activities within the classroom or small group discussions during breakout sessions. This fascinating art lesson can also be assigned as homework that kids will approach with enthusiasm! The resource includes PowerPoint presentation which outlines effective strategies and clear learning goals. A well-defined success criteria assist in developing student's expectations while fostering creativity within limits. All necessary supplies are correctly identified thanks to detailed material lists fashioned keeping pedagogy at its core. Carefully prepared guiding questions stimulate critical thought while integrate seamlessly into an existing curriculum adding depth-of-knowledge (DoK) levels exposure. Diverse Learner-Friendly Option For The Fall Season! Mindful care has been taken to cater to diverse learners, making One-Point Perspective Pumpkin Farms a fitting addition to your toolkit of instructional resources throughout the Fall season.
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Perspective, Art Project, Fall Theme, Creativity, Critical Thinking
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Leonard Bernstein
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few figures have meant as much to American musical theatre than Leonard Bernstein. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and summarize the life of the Broadway legend with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Leonard Bernstein fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Leonard Bernstein essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Leonard Bernstein biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Leonard Bernstein notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining, Leonard Bernstein
"Chasing Vermeer" S.T.E.A.M. Activity Packet
Creative Arts, Art, ELA, Art History, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Activities, Projects
Influenced by the novel Chasing Vermeer, the S.T.E.A.M.-based activities included in this product focus on the content areas of math and art. Students will investigate Vermeer’s paintings, learn about pentominoes, complete a pentomino challenge, engage in an artist study, and mimic their style of art. Finally, students will integrate art and math using what they learned about pentominoes in combination with their knowledge regarding Vermeer’s artistic style to create a pixel art masterpiece. ⭐️This Resource Includes:⭐️ Math Crack Calder’s Code: Uncover Calder’s code by studying the art and patterns in the odd numbered chapters of Chasing Vermeer. (Includes Answer Key) What Are Pentominoes?: An explanation of what pentominoes are, a guided pentomino challenge, pentominoes that can be cut out, on cardstock, and used as manipulatives. Art Investigating Vermeer’s Artwork: Using Vermeer’s art, students will analyze, compare and contrast, and use art to inspire poetry. Artist Study, Henri Matisse: Students will watch a video introducing the artist and his artistic style. Picture books are suggested for a read aloud to get to know more about the artist and their work. For the activity component, students will create a Matisse-inspired paper collage to represent an idea from the novel, Chasing Vermeer. Math & Art Combined Pixel Paintings: Students will synthesize what they have learned about Vermeer, his artistic style, and artwork in combination with their knowledge about pentominoes, to create a pixelated replica of one of Vermeer's famous paintings.
Author Creatively Gifted
Tags Math, Art, Book Companion, Cross Curricular, Comprehension, Art Project, STEAM, STEM, Novel Study, Chasing Vermeer, Chasing Vermere, Chasing Veermeer, Chasing Vermeer Book Online Free
City Collages (Jacob Lawrence)
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects
Here is art project and presentation about the work of Jacob Lawrence. Students will learn how to create a collage of a busy city using geometric shapes, the layering process and oil pastels. This lesson includes a detailed 25-slide PowerPoint presentation packed with information about Jacob Lawrence and his paintings of Harlem, includes questions to ask your class to promote critical thinking, tips and recommendations for teachers in the slide notes, and visuals with step-by-step instructions that will allow you to confidently lead your class through every part of this project. Everything you need to confidently lead students through a class discussion and successfully complete the project is right here! Recommended grade level: 1st-6th Length of lesson: Three 50-minute sessions Media/Materials required: Pencil Construction Paper Scissors Glue Stick Oil Pastels
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Collage, Black History Month, African American, Shape, City, Jacob Lawrence Collage
DIY Music Podcast
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Grade 6, 7, 8, Activities, Projects
If you are a music teacher who is searching for some fun activities to incorporate with your students, I have just the resource for you. This is a DIY Music Podcast that your students will love! Students will get to collaborate and get creative in new ways. This is great for middle school students but could work for younger or older students. The objective of this activity is for students to work together to develop their own music podcast. The components of the podcast will include: -- An introduction -- A middle -- A conclusion -- Other After listening to a variety of podcasts together, the entire class can brainstorm ideas for what they think could be included on each of the components listed above. A slide is included for you to provide due dates to your students. A success criteria slide is also included. This is great to go over before students dive into the project. I hope you enjoy! Take A Look at My Best Sellers: The Element of Line Presentation Healthy Eating Culminating Task: Expectations vs. Reality Positive Self-Affirmations Lesson Pottery Art Lesson Ratio Monster Puzzle Data Management Unit Task You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/resource-garden
Author Resource Garden
Tags Music Podcast, Podcast Scripts, Songs, Music Class, Music Project, Creative Writing, Small Group Projects
Picasso Portraits
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Activities, Projects
Picasso Portraits: Exploring Cubist Art An in-depth art lesson and presentation suitable for students from grades 5 to 8. This resource allows pupils to delve into the vivid universe of Picasso's complex works and experiment with crafting expressive portraits similar to the Cubist style. A Comprehensive Teaching Aid The crux of this educational tool is its PowerPoint presentation. Devised by experienced educators, this visually engaging and provoking resource simplifies complex subjects like Cubism, ensuring an impactful learning experience. Inclusive Learning Approach Picasso Portraits incorporates a thorough approach that promotes a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter: - Detailed teaching strategies provide solid guidance. - Set learning goals guide students towards success criteria steadily yet surely. Innovative Additions For An Engaging Learning Experience The resource also includes listings for essential media or supplies needed, preventing any unexpected hurdles in your artistic journey through Picasso's cubist world. Critical thinking is challenged by carefully composed questions that complement the teaching process, thus nourishing young minds holistically. A bonus space is available showcasing a printable 1-page Picasso Dice game worksheet (PDF format). As part of group assignments or shared homework tasks, it fosters teamwork among peers while reinforcing learned concepts. In summary: "Picasso Portraits creates an exhilarating dive into renowned artwork enriched with entertaining activities suitable for full class learning, small group projects – even challenging yet enlightening homework assignments."
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Art Education, Picasso, Cubism, Portraits, Teaching Aids
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Georgia O'Keeffe
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
There are few painting collections as famous as Georgia O'Keeffe's flowers. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the "Mother of American modernism" with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Georgia O'Keeffe fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Georgia O'Keeffe essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Georgia O'Keeffe biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Georgia O'Keeffe notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Georgia O'Keeffe
Instagram Color Theory Art Project
Creative Arts, Art, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities, Projects
This is an Instagram Color Theory Art Project . For this project students will pick a color scheme that is reviewed in class to create an instagram feed reflecting their chosen color scheme. Pictures for the project will be cut out from magazines provided in class. Color schemes to explore will include analogous, monochromatic, warm, cool, complimentary, secondary, primary, triadic.
Author Designs By Um
Tags Art Project, Color Theory, Back To School, Instagram
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Miles Davis
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Trumpeter Miles Davis Research Organizer & Essay Assignment This engaging 6-page teaching resource provides students the opportunity to research the life of legendary jazz musician Miles Davis through guided note-taking and outlining worksheets. It builds to a final 5-paragraph essay that can be peer reviewed and assessed using the included grading rubric. The step-by-step materials make assigning and assessing student work easy. Students will conduct research, take notes, create an outline , write a draft, peer review, and submit a final copy. Background information establishes context about Miles Davis so students can dive right into research. The resource works well for whole class or individual assignments in grades 8-11. This complete research project facilitates key research, writing, revision, and citation skills tied to ELA standards. Students will enjoy learning about an iconic musician while developing critical proficiencies. Editable versions provided.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
3D Monochromatic Cubes
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
3D Monochromatic Cubes Your students will have fun with this art project and presentation that teaches student how to draw a three-dimensional cube and paint a monochromatic color scheme. Concepts in this presentation include: Drawing in three dimensions, value, monochromatic color, tints, shades, color mixing. Detailed step-by-step instructions to guide your students. I teach this lesson to 5th graders and they LOVE it!
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Painting, Value, Shades, Monochromatic, Three Dimensional, Monochromatic Tints And Shades, Cubes Coloring Pages, Cube Art Projects