Visual Arts Activities

No prep! This directed drawing pack guides students through an easy six-step process of creating ten autumn items, and even a "create your own" page for students to design their own directed drawing activity to share with a friend or partner.

Directed drawing activities feature simple shapes and lines, and include clear, step-by-step numerical instructions for students to follow. You can also encourage students to add their own creative touches!

Directed Drawing Activities:

1. Acorns
2. Apples
3. Corn
4. Leaves
5. Mice
6. Mushrooms
7. Pumpkins
8. Scarecrows
9. Squirrels
10. Sunflowers
11. Create your own

Benefits of Directed Drawing

Fine Motor Skills: Directed drawing nurtures fine motor skills, essential for writing and other dexterous tasks. As students grasp and manipulate drawing tools, their hand-eye coordination and muscle control refine.
Creativity: Directed drawing sparks imagination and creativity. Students are encouraged to explore colors, shapes, and patterns - and to add their own unique touches to each creation!

Writing Foundations: Directed drawing lays the groundwork for writing and also improves handwriting skills. Students learn to follow visual instructions, recognize and manipulate shapes, and maintain consistent pencil strokes – all essential elements of handwriting!

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Help students explore the concept of symmetry with this engaging set of 20 worksheets on incomplete geometric patterns! Each worksheet features a geometric shape with a line of symmetry provided. Students will practice their spatial awareness and critical thinking skills as they complete the missing half of the pattern by reflecting it over the line of symmetry.

This activity is perfect for reinforcing understanding of symmetry, geometric shapes, and visual problem-solving, making it ideal for students in Grades 1-5. It’s a great resource for math lessons, homework assignments, or early finishers.

Key Features:

• 20 worksheets focusing on completing geometric patterns using the line of symmetry
• Designed for students in Grades 1-5
• Enhances understanding of symmetry, geometric patterns, and spatial reasoning
• Ideal for use in classrooms, math centers, or for homework and extra practice
• Printable, easy-to-use format for quick preparation

This resource is perfect for teachers looking to make symmetry lessons fun and interactive while helping students build confidence in their math skills.

Indulge in the therapeutic art of coloring with our exquisite Mandala Coloring Page. This intricately designed mandala offers a perfect blend of relaxation and creativity, ideal for both children and adults seeking moments of mindfulness and tranquility. Dive into a world of intricate patterns and soothing hues, as you immerse yourself in the meditative process of coloring.

Crafted with meticulous detail, this mandala encourages focus, calmness, and self-expression, making it a valuable addition to any classroom or therapy session and yoga club. Whether you're looking for a stress-relieving activity, a mindful break during the day, or a creative outlet for your students, our Mandala Coloring Page provides a serene escape into the world of art and mindfulness.

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what's included:

10 pages plumbing mandala coloring page in pdf

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Using Creativity to Show the Origins of Christianity:

The emergence of Christianity changed the political landscape of the Roman Empire. This product has students using their creativity to show what events happened at the time or were caused by the origins of Christianity.

Students will choose an important event or outcome of this time to depict as a stained glass window. Stained Glass windows were often used in Christianity to tell the stories of the Bible to those who could not read them for themselves.

This product aligns with Indiana Social Studies Standard 6.H.2.

What's included:

• Description of stained glass windows and examples (available for print or as Google Slides).
• Stained glass template worksheet.
• Teacher instructions.

How is this product useful:

• Easy prep for teachers.
• Optional steps for furthering art project.
• Engaging for those students who thrive on creativity.
• End result is excellent for display at open houses or parents' nights.

Product Description: Self Portrait Template | Monthly Name Writing Practice

Engage your students in a creative and reflective activity with this Self Portrait Template paired with Monthly Name Writing Practice! This versatile resource is designed to promote artistic expression, develop writing skills, and encourage self-awareness in students, making it an ideal addition to your classroom routine.

Why Teachers Love It:
This Self Portrait Template | Monthly Name Writing Practice resource is perfect for building routines that encourage personal growth and skill development. Students love drawing their portraits and seeing how their handwriting evolves over time, while teachers appreciate the insight into their students' interests and progress.

How to Use:

1. Introduce the activity at the beginning of each month.
2. Encourage students to reflect on their interests, draw their self-portraits, and practice writing their names.
3. Compile the completed worksheets into a portfolio to showcase growth at the end of the school year.
4. Use the worksheets as bulletin board displays or for parent-teacher conferences to highlight student development.

What’s Included:

• 12 monthly self portraits ( 2 options)
• 1 yearly book cover
• 1 flexible-use self-portrait worksheet
• 2 All About Me worksheet options

Whether you’re teaching pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, or early elementary grades, this Self Portrait Template | Monthly Name Writing Practice is a must-have resource for fostering creativity, self-discovery, and skill-building in your students.

Are you searching for a fun and engaging activity to enhance your students' creativity and fine motor skills this spring? Look no further! Our Spring Symmetry Drawing Activity is designed specifically for special education classrooms, offering an inclusive and accessible way for students to explore symmetry and artistic expression.

Promote Artistic Development: Our activity encourages students to explore symmetry through drawing, promoting artistic development and creative expression in a supportive and inclusive environment.

✂️ Develop Fine Motor Skills: Engaging in symmetry drawing activities helps students develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, supporting their overall motor development and dexterity.

Celebrate Spring Themes: With spring-themed prompts such as flower, butterfly, and seasonal scenes, our activity celebrates the beauty of the season while providing meaningful learning experiences for students.

Versatile Teaching Tool: Whether used as a standalone activity, part of a thematic unit, or integrated into art lessons, our activity can be seamlessly incorporated into your curriculum to support diverse learning goals.

Ready-to-Use Resources: With our printable activity sheets and clear instructions, implementing the Spring Symmetry Drawing Activity in your classroom is easy and hassle-free, saving you valuable time on lesson planning and preparation.

Promote Critical Thinking: Engaging in symmetry drawing prompts encourages students to think critically and analytically as they identify and replicate symmetrical patterns.

Includes:

• 8 Symmetry Drawing Pages

No prep! Simply print and go!

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This no prep Google Slides project works perfectly with almost any middle grade/YA fiction novel. While students are highly engaged and thinking creatively they are simultaneously analyzing text elements such as the plot, conflict, resolution, theme, and point of view of various characters. This resource includes directions, an editable yearbook template, and a teacher exemplar in case students need ideas bringing their work to life. Integrates seamlessly to Google Classroom!

The ELA department at my school uses independent projects like these in our choice boards as students finish their work early. This would also be great to replace book reports or as an extension or passion project!

This is the perfect versatile sub plan for art.  This resource includes everything with instructions to use as a sub plan, a quick one day landscape lesson, and even an early finisher activity. 

Designed for K-5 students, it includes templates to support your struggling or younger learners, and contains instructions how to use as a sub plan, quick project, or early finisher activity.  The one day lesson includes 4 project examples with step-by-step instructions with photos, project & material variations, ideas for assessment, and National Art Standards & TEKS (Texas).  

This resource is in a PDF file with 36 pages.  It includes: 

• Sub lesson with instructions for use

• Step-by-step landscape project instructions with photos

• Early finisher activities

• Ideas for assessment

• 6 Templates (reproducible) in 2 sizes

• Instructions for use as an early finisher activity

• How to draw a landscape

• 4 Note to teacher templates & 1 Note to sub template

• Behavior reflection for off task students

The sub lesson and the 4 projects may be used with or without the templates.  Leave your sub instructions and the note to sub along with a blank note to the teacher to let you know how their day went, and include a few behavior reflections for off-task students.  

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Christmas 3D Pop Art Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein: Festive Holiday Art Activity for All Ages

Engage students in Grades 3 and up, including high school, with this low-prep, curriculum-aligned Winter drawing and craft activity. Inspired by the bold, graphic style of Roy Lichtenstein, this resource encourages creativity while teaching essential art and design principles. Featuring step-by-step instructions, Christmas-themed templates, and opportunities for customization, this project is ideal for exploring pop art techniques, 3D construction, and holiday creativity.

What’s Included?

✏️ Print Materials: Printable Templates in PDF format

What’s Inside?

✔️ Pop Art Shape Templates: For students who need some guidance

✔️ Create Your Own Design Templates: Customizable templates for student creativity

✔️ Lettering Templates:

✔️ Step-by-Step Instructions: 2-page, and 3 page instructions with more detailed pictures
✔️ Teacher Notes: Tips for differentiation and maximizing engagement

Why You’ll Love This Resource

✏️ Print-and-go materials
✏️ Flexible for All Grade Levels

✏️ Classroom-Tested

✏️ Curriculum-Aligned

When to Use This Resource

✅ Christmas Art Projects (1-2 hour lessons)
✅ Early Finishers
✅ Sub Plans
✅ Independent Work
✅ Classroom Decorations

What You’ll Need

✏️ Pencils
✏️ Extra Paper (optional)

✏️ Black Marker
✏️ Markers, Colored Pens
✏️ Scissors
✏️ Glue 

Skills Focused

✔️ Creating bold, graphic patterns and textures
✔️ Exploring line work, shapes, and pop art techniques
✔️ Understanding 3D assembly and design
✔️ Developing composition and layout skills
✔️ Practicing independent or guided art tasks

Curriculum Alignment

Common Core State Standards (CCSS):

• SL.3.5-SL.12.5: Enhance presentations with visual elements.
• W.3.7-W.12.7: Integrate creative skills into projects and reflections.

Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):

• §117.111-§117.316: Create original works, explore patterns, and present designs.

UK National Curriculum (Years 3 and Beyond):

• Key Stage 2-3: Use patterns and textures creatively; develop assembly and design techniques.

Bonus Benefits

✅ Boosts Creativity and Expression
✅ Teaches 3D Design and Pop Art Techniques
✅ Perfect for Holiday-Themed Class Activities

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Unleash Kid's Inner Artist: Draw 15 Amazing Animals!

Join us on a fun adventure to create 15 incredible animals! This easy-to-follow guide uses simple shapes to break down each drawing into 7 manageable steps.

Here's what you'll get:

• Step-by-step instructions: We'll start with basic shapes and gradually add details, making drawing fun and achievable.
• 15 unique animals: Unleash kid's creativity with a variety of creatures, from cuddly cats to funny a happy rooster.
• Confidence boost: By the final step, kid'll be drawing and coloring the favorite animals independently, feeling proud of themself artistic skills!

Get ready to be surprised by what they can create!

This fabulous and engaging K-2 activity will gradually allow young learners to enjoy drawing and creating fantastic art pieces. Step-by-step instructions allow each student to create classroom materials drawings during whole group instruction or independent learning time. Students can then add vocabulary, sentences, or a short idea to describe their object. This fun and exciting activity grows as students grow throughout the year.

I create a practice art notebook for students where each piece gets glued into their book as they develop mastery. The added creative writing element means they learn to talk about art in a French too!

How to prepare this resource:

Make a copy of each page and distribute to students. You can arrange to have them all done in a booklet form or, as I do, I make copies at the beginning of the year and add pages to a ‘cahier d’art’ for students to work on at their own pace once we have done a few as a group.

Students love the independence of working on the art piece on their own and as language production develops, they even go back to their first drawings to add details and sentences to describe their work!

When to use this resource in the classroom:

These activities can be used from the first week of school. Following instructions, mastering step-by-step directions can start at any time during the school year. Students will love using these pages as their confidence grows as each step shows dotted line additions that add a version of what each step looks like.

As language develops during the year, students can add details, descriptions, or story starters to prompt creative writing.

I hope your students enjoy learning to draw these classroom materials!

Appropriate audience:

I use these posters in my French Immersion classroom with Grade 1 and Grade 2 students. I feel confident that they could be used for any grade from K-6

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What grade level:

I personally use these texts with Grade 1 and Grade 2 students in French Immersion. I feel confident that students from Kindergarten to Grade Three will find these most useful and teachers can come back to the texts with any students who may be experiencing challenges in their French reading skills. Core French teachers will be sure to add the resource to their repertoire for Grades 4 to 6 as they learn to read and write at the Junior level.

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• This engaging WebQuest and STEM challenge will help to foster collaboration among your students. They will work with partners and then in teams to find out about groundhogs as you act as the facilitator.
• They will use the information they get from the WebQuest to make a two-dimensional life-sized groundhog burrow with a groundhog in it.!
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Unlock the richness of Native American culture in your classroom with our Collaborative Student Poster Project. Designed to promote teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity, this project is perfect for educators looking to integrate comprehensive cultural studies into their curriculum.

What’s Included?

• Detailed Article: An informative and engaging article about Native American culture..
• Collaborative Guidelines: Step-by-step instructions for students to work together effectively.
• Sample student project: a photo is included
• Rubric: A clear and comprehensive rubric to assess student work and ensure academic standards are met.

Key Features:

• Interactive Learning: Encourages students to engage deeply with the material.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Students work together to create a visually appealing and informative poster.
• Critical Thinking: Promotes analysis and synthesis of information.
• Creativity: Allows students to express their understanding artistically.

Perfect For:

• Social Studies classes
• Cultural studies units
• Group projects and presentations
• Engaging classroom activities

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Introducing "How To Draw Animals For Kids", an engaging and educational guide designed to unleash your child's inner artist. Perfect for young doodlers and aspiring artists, this book uses an innovative grid-based approach to simplify the process of drawing animals.

Key Features:

Over 50 Charming Animal Images: With a diverse selection of animals to draw, this book offers endless hours of enjoyment and learning.

Step-by-Step Grid Format: Each image is broken down into manageable shapes and lines, making it easy for children to replicate and build their confidence.

Skill Development: This technique not only boosts artistic self-assurance but also helps develop fine motor skills and spatial awareness.

Tips and Techniques: As children progress through the book, they’ll acquire valuable drawing tips and techniques, enhancing their artistic abilities.

"How To Draw Animals For Kids" ensures that every child will find a beloved creature to draw, making it an ideal companion for any budding artist. Whether your child is a beginner or looking to polish their skills, this book will inspire and guide them on their artistic journey.

Give the gift of creativity and watch your child experience the joy of drawing, one grid at a time!

What’s included:

- over 50 animal images + grid for each image

Coloring Book Format:
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US Letter Size - 8.5" x 11" / 216 x 279 mm PDF file

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St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Writing Bulletin Board Hallway Craft Art March Activity * NO PREP : If I Found the Pot of Gold :
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Cute 3D Kitten Art Project - Color, Cut and Paste Activity

This is an easy, cute kitten activity that is fun to make! Just copy the pages on white cardstock or thicker paper and have students color, cut, and glue.

Perfect to display in the classroom or in hallway displays!

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Are you looking for Ramadan Craft Bulletin Board Activities for your students? This is a Ramadan writing craft where students can express their Ramadan goals, their experiences during Ramadan, why Ramadan is important for Muslims, andMemories of Ramadan including sehri, iftar, and food, as well as other Ramadan activities. Then they can display it on the bulletin board at their school or home.

Display the completed crafts proudly on bulletin boards, hallways, or doors—a showcase for the entire school community.

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Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with our vibrant coloring sheets! These printables solve the problem of engaging kids in learning about Latino culture and history through fun, educational activities. Perfect for classrooms and home, they highlight Latino leaders, traditions, and pride, making heritage education enjoyable and interactive.

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Explore the Beauty of Spring with Engaging Activity Sheets

We wanted to remind you that we have an extensive collection of over a hundred unique and beautiful flower coloring pages available in our store. Whether you're a coloring enthusiast or looking for a creative and relaxing activity, these pictures are sure to bring joy to your coloring experience.

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