

A Box of Crayons
Inspired by the book “The Crayon Box That Talked“, this lesson will show children that when we all work together, the results are much more interesting and colorful.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
The first days and weeks of school can be exciting and terrifying, all at once.
Arming yourself with a nice selection of successful introductory art lessons, 15 minute fillers and “getting to know” you exercises can help ease you and your students into the school year.
Here we have listed our favorite back to school ideas, lessons and activities (including some helpful articles for both teachers and parents).
We hope you enjoy them!
Inspired by the book “The Crayon Box That Talked“, this lesson will show children that when we all work together, the results are much more interesting and colorful.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Students will create drawings based on an imaginary journey. This is a great warm up activity or 15 minute end of class filler. It will get your students’ creative juices flowing!
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Students (and teacher) will see how with just one set of directions, everyone in the classroom will come up with very unique works of abstract art.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
This lesson requires planning and problem solving, much like a math problem or science experiment. Students will see that scribbles can become much more.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Reasons to support the argument for arts in the classroom.
Kids can roll up their work and slip it inside of these personalized tubes.
What basic supplies should be in your art cupboard?
Some art supplies and art activities can be unsafe unless caregivers follow simple guidelines for selecting and storing materials and teach children how to use them properly.
Talent shows. Science projects. Homework. Dance class. Basketball practice. Violin recitals. Book reports. When is enough too much?
Here are five great bulletin board ideas designed to get your students involved in the fun!
Robert Beeching’s commentary on the importance of art in a child’s education.
Have you been asked to be in charge of the next classroom party at your child’s school? No problem.
I have found that even though making art is sometimes an active physical activity it doesn’t hurt to define the time or enhance the mood for creativity.
Here’s how to set up a creative space for your kids at home whether you have an entire room to spare or just the kitchen table, these tips are for you.
Kids will use watercolor pencils or washable markers to create leaf-themed works of art.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
The first days and weeks of school can be exciting and terrifying, all at once. Arming yourself with a few “getting to know” you exercises can help ease you and your students into the next school year. Below we have listed some ideas contributed by you, our readers. If you have an Icebreaker Idea to share, visit our Contributor’s Page.
By working with ink, watercolor and wet paper, students will be forced to go with the flow as they create happy accident paintings.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
A young student (age 11) shares her thoughts on how you can help your children express themselves with art.