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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: Pablo Picasso

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: Michelangelo

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: Miles Davis

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

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Beethoven

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Beethoven
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: World, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Ludwig van Beethoven Research Project This 6-page resource guides students through researching and writing an informative essay on Ludwig van Beethoven's life and achievements. Students begin by gathering facts and citing sources on a structured 2-page worksheet. An outlining tool then scaffolds drafting a 5-paragraph essay that summarizes their research. Finally, a rubric tied to Common Core ELA standards aids assessment. Use the full lesson or assign individual components like the research worksheet for a customizable sub plan. Applicable for grades 8-11, this project develops skills in research, note-taking, outlining, writing, citing sources, and peer review. Subjects covered include music history and composition while meeting ELA informational writing standards. Modify the included Google Sheet rubric or use the provided print-ready PDF.

Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC

Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Outlining

"Chasing Vermeer" S.T.E.A.M. Activity Packet

"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

Class Logo Project

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 a Class Logo Project. It is 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

Op Art Paper Cubes

Op Art Paper Cubes
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects

I teach this lesson to my 5th graders and they love learning how to create these optical illusions! The 3D paper cubes are really fun to design and to display! I'm here to make your life easier with ready-made, visually engaging and thought provoking art project presentations.

Author The Art Ninja

Tags Op Art, Optical Illusion, Three Dimensional, 3d, Form, Op Art Cube, Op Art Examples Easy, Simple Op Art, Making Paper Cubes

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Jackson Pollock

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: Johann Sebastian Bach

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

How to Make Coil Pots

How to Make Coil Pots
Creative Arts, Art, Fine Arts, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects

This lesson includes a detailed 20-slide PowerPoint presentation packed with information about coil pottery, clay and ceramics. This presentation also includes detailed instructions on how to create a coil pot using traditional hand-building techniques such as slab construction, score and slip, glazing, bisque firing and glaze firing. Everything you need to confidently lead students through a class discussion and successfully complete the project is right here! I personally teach this lesson to my 5th graders and they always love creating a functional piece of art that the can both use and be proud of! Recommended grade level: 4th-12th Length of lesson: Three to four 50 minute sessions Media/Materials required: Clay Water Scoring tool (can be a toothpick) Plastic Knife Ceramic Glazes Your Hands Access to a Kiln

Author The Art Ninja

Tags Clay, Pottery, Coil Pots, Handbuilding, Coiling, Coil Pot Making, Coil Pot Pottery, History Of Coil Pottery, Coil Pots Artists, Coilpots, Coil Building Techniques, Ceramic Coil Artists, Greek Coil Pot, Historic Coil Pots, How To Make Coil Pot, Native American Coil Pot, Native American Coil Pots, African Coil Pots, How To Make A Coil Pot, How To Make A Coil, Coil Pottery Techniques, Coil Ideas, How To Make A Coil Pot Step By Step, History Of Coil Pots, Coil Pots History

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Vincent Van Gogh

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

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Frida Kahlo

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

Japanese Fans & Tanka Poems

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

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: George Gershwin

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: Duke Ellington

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: Andy Warhol

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: John Coltrane

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: John Coltrane
Creative Arts, Art, Social Studies, Music, History, History: USA, Research, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: John Coltrane Guide students to research saxophone legend John Coltrane with this complete 5-paragraph essay project. Students first gather facts and sources on a worksheet, learning background on Coltrane's life and music. Next, they use an outline to draft their essay, detailing Coltrane's early life, musical career, legacy, and why he was so influential. Peer review and revision steps teach the writing process. Finally, students submit their work for a grade based on the included rubric. Use the full project for an in-depth lesson or just the research worksheet for a shorter activity. This resource works well for grades 8-11 language arts or music appreciation classes. The scaffolded materials make research and essay writing approachable for students while aligning to ELA writing standards.

Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC

Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Leonardo da Vinci

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Leonardo da Vinci
Creative Arts, Art, Art History, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets

Few artists have inspired more people throughout history than Leonardo da Vinci. 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 Leonardo da Vinci 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 Leonardo da Vinci 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 Leonardo da Vinci 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 Leonardo da Vinci 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, Rubric, Outlining, Leonardo Da Vinci

Viking Dragonship Paintings

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

Nature Art Journal for Kids: Explore Art Elements and Plant Science

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

3D Monochromatic Cubes

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

Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Leonard Bernstein

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

Beach Creatures (Watercolor Painting)

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: Salvador Dalí

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