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Dream Snow Collage Art Lesson for Kids

Dream Snow Collage Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on March 10 2023
This collage art lesson for kids teaches students about artist Eric Carle and his book "Dream Snow." Students can paint, cut, and design a collage to create their own Carle-inspired masterpiece!
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Fish puzzle

Tessellation Mania Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on February 22 2023
Students will discover the art of creating a tessellation and discover the idea of having the image repeat itself to create a pattern. We will observe and study the work of Escher and his optical image masterpieces. We will use watercolor pencils in order to depict patterns, and focus on blending techniques as well as study the art of repetition in a work of art.
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Watercolor Japanese umbrellas

Japanese Umbrellas Watercolor Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on February 22 2023
In this art lesson for kids, students will learn about the history and details behind Japanese umbrellas. While learning, they will create an umbrella art product focusing on color, composition, and balance concepts using mixed media art materials. Create a watercolor umbrella project with this lesson by Amy Friedman.
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Statue of Liberty drawing

Statue of Liberty Celebration Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on July 01 2022
A Fourth of July art lesson for kids celebrating Lady Liberty! In this art lesson, kids will learn the history behind the Statue of Liberty and fun facts about the iconic structure while creating their very own statue using Faber-Castell pastels and paint.
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National Pollinators Month Bird Drawing Art Lesson for Kids

National Pollinators Month Bird Drawing Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on June 06 2022
This drawing art lesson for kids was inspired by National Pollinators Month. Our soft and sustainable Brilliant Beeswax Crayons make the perfect art tool for kids to color after their drawing is complete and are a great way to creatively recognize pollinators month. Let’s dive into this fun art lesson by Amy Friedman!
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Abstract art drawing

Drawing Day Abstract Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on May 16 2022
Drawing Day is celebrated on May 16 and the best way to celebrate it is by expressing yourself through drawing just about anything you like. Did you know that drawing is an art closely tied to our history? Even cavemen who hadn’t yet learned to talk drew hunting scenes on cave walls. Today, let’s look at an abstract work of art and create our own masterpiece!
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Hand lettering with pencils and a sharpener

Back to School Hand Lettering with Pitt Artist Pens

Posted on September 03 2021
Hi everyone, Mou Saha here with a tutorial to create a playful quote art using Pitt Artist Pen and Goldfaber Color Pencils to mark the return to school. I have compiled the materials list for you.
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Go Back to School in Style

Go Back to School in Style

Posted on August 11 2021
It’s almost time to go back to school! Send your child back in style with accessories that will creatively encourage their individuality and supplies that will set them up for success.
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Watercolor llama

"Llamas and other Latin American Camels" Watercolor Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on May 12 2021
An art lesson for kids teaching watercolors along with Latin American culture. Students draw a llama in traditional Latin American garb, and explore the concept of perspective and warm and cool colors. In this lesson plan, students explore the effectiveness of dramatic perspective and use of intense warm and cool colors.
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Watercolor and pastel boats

Monet's Boats Watercolor Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on May 12 2021
An art lesson for kids with mixed media! Background Info: Growing up outside the port of Le Havre, France, Monet was familiar with boats. His father earned his living servicing larger ships at his small shop. Monet never owned his own boat until the age of thirty-three, but as a youth he had painted them in all shapes and sizes.
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Panda sketch with Goldfaber Graphite Pencils

Drawing for Kids! - A How to Draw and Sketch Graphite Guide

Posted on May 12 2021
Every great artist develops their skill and passion somewhere. We create premium art supplies specifically made to artistically inspire kids and encourage their creativity. Graphite sketching is not just for adults. We have easy and fun tips and techniques to help your young budding artist learn how to draw and feel confident in their work.
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Artist Trading Cards

Artist Trading Cards Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on May 04 2021
Students will experiment with a variety of exciting materials and ideas to create their own Artist Trading Cards to trade and collect.
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Painted heart

The Art of Shapes - Painting Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on April 19 2021
In this art lesson for kids, students are introduced to several works of contemporary art associated with shapes, and make a piece of their own art inspired by Jim Dine’s famous heart motif.
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Sketch of backyard critters

"Me... Jane" Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on March 29 2021
Students conduct a scientific study of plant and animal life in their own backyard or neighborhood by documenting it with sketches, field notes and research, just as Jane Goodall did as a young girl.
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Shades of blue paint

"The Little Island" Painting Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on March 29 2021
Students paint a storm, and learn to convey mood, drama and movement by use of a variety of brush strokes inspired by the book "The Little Island" by Margaret Wise Brown and Leonard Weisgard
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Beach Collage

Tar Beach Contemporary Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on March 18 2021
Students learn about the Contemporary American artist Faith Ringgold, and create their own story quilt collage inspired by her book, Tar Beach.
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Folk Art portraits of a woman and man

Contemporary Folk Art Portrait Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on February 17 2021
An art lesson for kids featuring World Colors Colored EcoPencils! Students create their own unique self-portraits inspired by Frida Kahlo and an 18th century soldier by executing them in a Folk Art style.
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Fox in the woods Gelatos art

A Foxes Walk in the Woods Gelatos Art Lesson Plan

Posted on February 16 2021
In this lesson plan, we explore the basic steps in creating a vibrant and dynamic cut paper-collage, inspired by nature from my walk in the woods of Maine.
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Painting of tiger in jungle

Rousseau's Rain Forest Art Lesson for Kids

Posted on January 19 2021
An art lesson for kids inspired by painter Henri Rousseau! Students become acquainted with Henri Rousseau’s life and art, and then create their own fantasy rain forest painting inspired by his work.
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Green childrens sculpture

A Sculpture Art Lesson for Kids Inspired by Louise Nevelson

Posted on January 18 2021
The goal of this project is for students to learn about some of the principles of sculpture, such as composition, form, shape and repetition. Read Louise Nevelson: The Artist and the Legend and discuss how Nevelson was famous for her assemblage sculptures made of found objects.
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