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Preschool Art Projects
Introduce your preschool students to art with projects that are easy to create and understand. This collection includes finger painting, basic shape creations, and sensory art experiences. By integrating these art projects into your lessons, you can foster creativity and fine motor development in young children.
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Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Michelangelo
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few artists have inspired more people than Michelangelo, the painter of the Sistine Chapel and sculptor of David. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the renowned Renaissance figure 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 Michelangelo 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 Michelangeloi 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 Michelangelo 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 Michelangelo 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, Michelangelo
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
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Rembrandt
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Rembrandt Guide students to conduct research and write an informational essay about the prolific Dutch artist Rembrandt. This 6-page teaching resource includes a biography and note-taking worksheet to help students gather facts and sources on Rembrandt's life. Next, students use an essay outline to organize their research into a five-paragraph informative essay. The resource also contains an essay assignment with writing tips, a peer review checklist, and a rubric aligned to Common Core ELA standards. Use the full resource for a complete research lesson or assign components like the biography worksheet for a shorter activity. Best for secondary grades 8-11 language arts classrooms.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Notetaking, Rubric, Outlining, Rembrandt
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
Rating
Tags Drawing, Art History, Drawing Prompts, Art Education, Art Integration
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: Vincent Van Gogh
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Research, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Vincent Van Gogh Research Project This art history resource provides secondary students the opportunity to research and learn about Vincent Van Gogh's life and work. Students will gather facts and sources on Van Gogh's biography, analyze his artistic style through a drawing activity, and organize their research. Next, they will use their notes to outline and write a five-paragraph essay on Van Gogh. The step-by-step materials make assigning and assessing this project simple. There is a research planner to guide the fact-finding process. Then a worksheet scaffolds essay planning. Finally, an essay rubric aligned to Common Core ELA standards aids assessment . Students will also peer review essays using a provided checklist. Use the full six pages for a complete lesson or just portions to supplement an existing unit on Post-Impressionism. The resource includes color and black-and-white versions of student handouts. Editable files let you customize project requirements and rubric grade values as needed through Google Sheets. Best for grades 8-11, this engaging Vincent Van Gogh research project develops critical thinking skills as students synthesize information from multiple sources when writing. It also allows creativity during the biography sketching activity. Implement individually or collaboratively in class or as homework.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Research, Notetaking, Essay, Rubric, Outlining, Vincent Van Gogh
Mozart Hour (Genius Hour Project)
Creative Arts, Art, Music, Research, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Projects, Activities
The Mozart Hour: An Innovative Teaching Resource The Mozart Hour is a Genius Hour-styled teaching resource primarily designed for students of 4th to 7th. It distinctively treads upon the realm of music education by emphasizing on renowned composer, Mozart. Given its interdisciplinary nature, it serves as a potential choice for educators who wish to break away from traditional teaching confines while exploring the creative domains of Art & Music subjects. Main Features: Ease-of-use and adaptability - suitable for in-person classes or remote teaching scenarios. All instructions and guidelines are given via Google Slide Deck,, facilitating easy communication with students. The package includes: A 'Shark Tank'-esque pitch presentation session, Blogs as platforms for sharing insights on their assignments, A final product presentation encapsulating their learning journey. No structured mini-lessons would be included specifically on writing blogs or creating pitches. However, this can enable self-initiated research skills in learners. Included also are resources like rubrics, success criteria hints etc., that serve beneficial in guiding your pupils' progress.Please note certain aspects such as dates and expectations may have to be modified according to your class's requirements. This educational material comes packaged conveniently as Google Slides ™ ensuring utmost ease during digital delivery. In Conclusion: Mozart Hour stands out not just due to its unique confluence of musical learning with typical pedagogy but also owing to its alignment with diverse lesson environments while promoting creativity among students.
Author Resource Garden
Tags Mozart, Music Education, Remote Teaching, Independent Research Skills, Project-based Learning
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Andy Warhol
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Andy Warhol Dive into the world of renowned pop artist Andy Warhol with this engaging research and writing activity . Students will conduct research to learn about Warhol's life and work, gathering facts and citing quality sources using the provided note-taking worksheet. Next, they will use their research to draft a five-paragraph essay, following step-by-step outlines and tips. Finally, students can do peer reviews before submitting their final drafts. This carefully scaffolded resource can be implemented as a complete multi-day research lesson or adapted for shorter research activities. The color and black-and-white worksheets, peer review checklist, and CC-aligned rubric make assigning and assessing student work simple. Recommended for secondary ELA, art, and humanities classrooms, this resource provides flexibility to teach the research process across grades 7-11.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Notetaking, Outlining, Andy Warhol
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Duke Ellington
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Duke Ellington Discover the story of jazz legend Duke Ellington! This 6-page resource guides students through researching Ellington's life and legacy. First, students gather facts and sources on a biography worksheet. Next, they use an outline to craft a 5-paragraph essay on Ellington, his music, and impact on American culture. Extras include tips for research writing, a peer review checklist, and a rubric tied to Common Core ELA standards. Use the full package for a complete lesson or assign individual components as research activities. Best for grades 8-11. Modify the rubric as needed with the editable Google Sheet version. This straightforward lesson makes complex research writing approachable for secondary students!
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Henri Matisse
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
There are few artists more skilled at the use of color than Henri Matisse. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the renowned French visual 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 Henri Matisse 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 Henri Matisse 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 Henri Matisse 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 Henri Matisse 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, Henri Matisse
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: Johann Sebastian Bach
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: World, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Johann Sebastian Bach, the composer of "Toccata and Fugue in D minor," is perhaps the most important musician of the late Baroque period. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and summarize the life of the German 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 Johann Sebastian Bach 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 Johann Sebastian Bach 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 Johann Sebastian Bach 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 Johann Sebastian Bach 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
Pop Art Shoes
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Pop Art Shoes (Andy Warhol) Art project and presentation of one of my most popular lessons. I teach this lesson to my 4th graders and they enjoy learning about Andy Warhol and they absolutely LOVE getting to draw their own shoe! I would recommend this exciting art project for grades 4th and up. Students will learn how to draw using a reference and how to use a variety of color schemes. I'm here to make your life easier with ready-made, visually engaging and thought provoking art project presentations. This PowerPoint presentation includes everything you need to teach this lesson. Media/Tools required: Pencil Paper Crayons or colored pencils Glue
Author The Art Ninja
Tags Pop Art, Andy Warhol, Color Schemes, U.s. History, American Art, Shoe Art Products, Andy Warhol Lesson Plan, Pop Art Shoes, Pop Art Project
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
Ancient Rome Art Project
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 5, 6, 7, Activities, Projects
This resource is an Ancient Rome Art Project . There are 3 different mosaics that students can create: - Roman flower - Roman ship - Roman mosaic You will receive a lesson plan that tells you materials you need, how to prep this activity and more.
Author Glimmercat Education
Tags Art Project, Ancient Rome, Mosaics, Crafts, Art History
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
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Claude Monet
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few artists have inspired more of their contemporaries than Claude Monet. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently learn about and synthesize the life of the renowned French impressionist 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 Claude Monet 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 Claude Monet 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 Claude Monet 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 Claude Monet 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 Research, Essay, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining, Claude Monet
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
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
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
Japanese Fans & Tanka Poems
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, History, History: Asian, History: World, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects
Teach your students about both the beauty of Japanese fans but also the Tanka poem form. Students work to create their own simple poems and then create and decorate their own fans to be displayed in class. Always a favorite activity in my own classroom and I hope yours as well.
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Japan, Japanese, Japanese Fans, Types Of Japanese Fans, Japanese Fans History
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
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