Little Green
Students will read the Leo Lionni book, Little Blue and Little Yellow. They will then follow up on the story of friendship and differences as they review color mixing.
Level: Primary
Little Paper Clouds
Kindergarten students will read the Eric Carle book, Little Cloud, and then create a work of art based on the story.
Ages: 5-8 yrs
Grades: K-2
Levels: Primary
Magazine Mosaics
Students will use torn and cut up pieces of magazine pages to create colorful (and in some cases, complex) paper mosaics.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Magic Wands
Students will create magic wands and wand holders using a wooden block, wooden dowel and paint.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Make a Chinese Gong
A gong is an East and South East Asian musical percussion instrument that takes the form of a flat metal disc which is hit with a mallet. Find out how to make one using simple, household materials.
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
Make a Didgeridoo
Make a didgeridoo using plumbing pipe or wrapping paper tubes.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Make a Sistrum
A sistrum is a hand-held percussion instrument that dates back to Ancient Egypt. Make your own with items from around the house.
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
Make a Sticker Shekere
A shekere is a musical instrument that is shaken, tossed or moved from hand to hand. Find out how to make one using a recycled milk carton.
Ages: 2-5 yrs, 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: Preschool, K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: ECE, Primary, Junior, Middle School
Make Jingle Bells
Here are some ideas for making your own jingle bells.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Make Mixed Media Valentine’s Day Cards
Learn how to make beautiful Valentine’s Day cards using watercolours and markers.
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
Make Paper Snowflakes
Click here for instructions on how to make your own paper snowflakes, without a pattern.
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
Make Your Own Prehistoric Cave Paint
Kids can make their own prehistoric cave paint using items from around the house.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Make Your Own Puzzles
Teach your students how to make puzzles.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
Make Your Own Sketchbook
Kids can make their own sketchbooks out of poster paper, computer paper and paint. A great way to start the new year is to create a place for all of your clever creations.
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
Maracas (Balloons)
Learn how to make maracas using balloons and paper mache.
Ages: 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: Primary, Junior, Middle School
Maracas (Recycled Objects)
Find out how to make maracas out of bottles and toilet paper rolls.
Ages: 2-5 yrs, 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs
Grades: Preschool, K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Levels: ECE, Primary, Junior, Middle School
Melted Crayon Art
Use shredded crayons to make interesting faux stained glass works of art.
Grades: K-2, Grades 3-5
