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4th grade art homeschool curricula
Elementary, Middle School Art Projects, Year Curriculum, Art Lessons, Activities
This visual arts year long curriculum is everything you need to teach a year in a middle school art or upper elementary art course! This art curriculum includes middle school art projects, art lessons, activities, and worksheets with a focus on the elements of art and principles of design. With this bundle, you won't have to plan a single day of an entire year in your art class. This elementary and middle school art curriculum is a perfect introduction to drawing, painting, mixed media, sculptur
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4th - 9th
California Missions Overview Informational Reading & Activities
Most information on the California Missions is too detailed, difficult or overwhelming for 4th graders. Our Mission Overview Text is engaging for kids and works as a companion for individual mission projects. This flexible but comprehensive unit works for shorter time frames and includes all necessary background information, a writing assignment based on the text, and a visual arts component suitable for classroom display.Topics covered: Purpose of California missions, construction and locations
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3rd - 7th
Design a Cube City...a study in volume!
Students use isometric dot paper to draw 3-D buildings and design their own cube cities. This project is a great culmination to any study in volume.
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1. Teaching Notes
2. Student Sheets:
*Learn to Draw Cubes and Rectangular Prisms
*Draw Rectangular Prisms practice sheet
*Design a Mini Metropolis instruction sheet
*Metropolis Information Sheet, a table to collect information on volume and cost (3 options are included so teachers can select the one that best fits their students' needs:
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4th - 6th
Art History Lesson: Greek Vases
Greek Vases is the third in our Art Exploration through Time Series. Students love exploring and creating with patterns. This lesson is perfect for connecting geometric shapes and patterns through Art! Simple art materials are used for this project, such as black Sharpie markers and orange/brown watercolor paints. This is a terrific project to build your young artist’s confidence and work on some basic drawing skills.This lesson is great for ages 7-12 but any age student with a little guidance w
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2nd - 6th
Art History Lesson: Cave Art Paintings
Students love creating cave art paintings! Lots of art materials are used for this project. I like to have my students create these projects at the beginning of the year to build their confidence and work on some basic drawing skills. This lesson is great for ages 8--12 but any age student will love creating these cave paintings.The 22 page pdf includes:Step by step full-color photo tutorialsBackground information about cave artVocabulary words and learning objectivesSupplies needed for projectH
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4th - 6th
Elements of Art | 7 Interactive Google Slides Bundle Virtual Art Lessons
Virtual or in-person. 7 Google Slideshows on the Elements of Art- One for each of the 7 Elements of Art with differentiated options for grade level bands K-1st, 2nd-4th, and 5th-6th. Made for distance learning virtual art lessons but also doubles as an engaging face-to-face lesson. Each slideshow is a comprehensive introduction to the Element of Art but also allows for students to practice what they learn digitally and with traditional art materials. 3 art-making options are included with each s
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K - 6th
Van Gogh Sunflower Art Project with Lesson Guide, Slides and Video
Beautiful, low prep van Gogh sunflowers oil pastel art project for Grades 3 - 6. The slides show instructions and images that make teaching this art project so easy! We show oil pastel techniques that anyone can do for a successful, technique-focused lesson! You, a sub, or a volunteer will love the accessible "follow-along" format. An informative short video introduces your students to van Gogh in a super fun way. Short front-load slides specific to Van Gogh and his Sunflowers are included with
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3rd - 6th
California Ranchos Unit Informational Reading Activities Writing Art Project
This California Ranchos Era no-prep unit will give your students an excellent overview of the Mexican Rancho period. Written in a student-friendly and entertaining manner, history will come alive! Student text is included along with 28 text-dependent questions, a writing project and a fun directed drawing art project anyone can do!Topics covered: land grantsdisenos, vaqueroshaciendasfiestas reatas Native Americans during this time periodCalifornia Bank Notesfandangosthe end of the era and more!N
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4th - 6th
Also included in: California Ranchos Informational Reading and Activities & 2 Games Bundle
Medieval Stained Glass Craft and Activity
An activity to enhance your Medieval History unit by exploring stained glass windows by creating something very similar. With four possible window designs, your student can use a plastic transparency sheet to create their own "stained glass window". Also included in this packet is a Stained Glass History page, the outside window edging and a detailed lesson plan to guide you through the activity. You can learn more about how we used this activity in our blog, Medieval Stained Glass Craft.
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4th - 6th
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE
Art History Lesson: Egyptian Mummy Cases
Egyptian Mummy Cases is the second in our Art Exploration through Time Series. Have you ever seen all the patterns and details on a Mummy Case? What are some of the unique items Ancient Egypt is known for? Come and explore Ancient Egypt and create a beautiful mummy case in the process of learning. This lesson is perfect for reinforcing symmetrical designs and patterns. Simple art materials are used for this project, including colored pencils and black Sharpie markers. This project will build cre
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2nd - 8th
Elementary Art Scope and Sequence
Are you constantly asking yourself "What should you teach? And when?" I felt the same way! That is why I have spent the last several years researching long range plans, talking with other art teachers, and writing gargantuan lists. These charts are the final product of years of sorting, thinking, and tweaking. This PDF contains 2 Scope and Sequences that are divided by "Elements & Principles" and "Media Skills" and cover K5-6th grade. These are my consistent go to when I’m planning. I can't
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K - 6th
Pablo Picasso Coloring Pages
Anyone can be Picasso with these coloring pages! These are a great introduction to Picasso and art. Students will see Picasso’s style in a way they can relate to and create his masterpieces themselves. You will be astonished at the little nuances even the youngest learners pick up from doing these. This pack includes 7 of Picasso’s artwork:
Dora Maar au Chat
Girl before a Mirror
Girl on a Pillow
Portrait of Dora Maar
Woman with a Flower
The Weeping Woman
Woman with Yellow Hair
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PreK - 6th
JACK O LANTERN PUMPKIN HALLOWEEN ART LESSON Grade 4-8
HALLOWEEN/ FALL ART LESSON in drawing, sketching, shading and values for 4-8th grade. Step by step photographed directions.
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4th - 8th
Also included in: OCTOBER ART BUNDLE
Area and Perimeter Dream House STEAM Challenge Project
Students create their own blueprints for a dream house. Once they create the blueprint on the included grid paper, they calculate the area and perimeter using square units and units. This project includes:1. Directions for the project2. A thinking map to brainstorm ideas for fun rooms 3. A practice page for the blueprint4. A chart to record the area and perimeter of each room 5. Two neat pages for scratch work6. A final draft grid paper7. An explanation of area and perimeter with examples. 8. A
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3rd - 6th
Only One You- Pattern Fish: An Art Lesson About Individuality
No prep art lesson with meaningful content inspired by "Only One You." Celebrate individuality with "Only One You" as an introduction to an art lesson about pattern and color. Upload to your distance learning platform OR use for face-to-face learning OR a sub. Use the printables as a lesson itself or as a way to extend a larger art unit.What's included:Lesson Plan with outlined objectives, materials, resources, instructions, and reflection. Pattern Practice Page (fish with patterns)- Students wi
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PreK - 5th
Also included in: Social Emotional Art Lesson Bundle + Growth Mindset
105 Line Pattern Ideas! Design Handouts Printable Packet Art Drawing Resource
105 Easy Line Pattern Designs to Motivate Young Artists! Upper Elementary Middle School and High School art students. Fix the problem of students saying" I don't know what to draw"! ⭐This resource helps you to easily create a classroom set of line pattern packets with 105 unique Line Pattern Design Ideas! 7 high-quality printable handouts with 15 Line Pattern ideas on each sheet!Great to provide to students when working on patterned name designs, ink drawings, Zentangles™, line landscapes, etc
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4th - 12th
Science and Art History: Matisse's Window on the Clouds
Need a colorful lesson that focuses on Earth Sciences, especially weather and clouds? Then how about Matisse's Window on the Clouds? This Science based art lesson ties in the beauty and variety of cloud formations along with art history based on Matisse’s window paintings. Also included is a second project that creates beautiful clouds that are sure to delight your students. These projects cover grades 1-4, but truly anyone will love creating these masterpieces.Included in these digital lesson
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1st - 4th
Stations of the Cross Activity: Draw and Write Stations of the Cross Packet
This Draw and Write Stations of the Cross Activity is a new way for children to engage with the Stations of the Cross. This packet includes three versions of the Draw and Write Stations of the Cross Activity. Two versions make full-page booklets, and one version makes booklets that are half sheets.You will likely only end up using one of the versions, which is why I have priced this packet lower than I might for a packet of this size. The Contents of the Draw and Write Stations of the Cross Pack
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PreK - 5th
Art Sub Lesson: Big Billowing Balloons - Elementary No Prep
This art sub plan was designed to be taught by a substitute teacher, art teacher, or classroom teacher. It is fully formed so that all a teacher needs to do is to read the information on each slide as they show the pictures. Questions included to help lead the students through a discussion.I have included historical illustrations; one masterpiece featuring a hot air balloon; photographs of creative modern hot air balloons; and drawings to use as student samples.The materials needed for the less
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K - 5th
Art Curriculum for Middle School, Upper Elementary Art Course, Semester Long
This visual arts semester long curriculum is everything you need to teach a semester in a middle school art or upper elementary art course. This art curriculum includes projects, activities, and worksheets, functioning as a survey of a variety of art making. With the elements of art and principles of design as a guide, it's a perfect introduction to drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, clay, and mixed media. With this bundle, you won't have to plan a single day of an entire semester in you
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Grades:
4th - 9th
Art Curriculum for Middle School, Upper Elementary 12 Projects, Semester Long
This visual arts semester long curriculum is everything you need to teach a semester in a middle school art or upper elementary art course. This art curriculum includes projects, activities, and worksheets, functioning as a survey of a variety of art making. With the elements of art and principles of design as a guide, it's a perfect introduction to drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, clay, and mixed media. With this bundle, you won't have to plan a single day of an entire semester in you
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4th - 9th
Elements of Art + Principles of Design Bundle
Resources for 28 weeks of K-5 Elementary Art content. Slideshows to intro content, activity pages to practice concepts, art lessons on each element to apply knowledge- it's all mapped out within the 28 week pacing guide. Use this bundle to build your own art curriculum.**Please read all of the details before purchasing**.....What's included....28 Week Pacing Guide outlines content with grade level bands (K-1, 2-3, 4-5) when classes meet once each week.Pacing Guide format:Day 1: Introduce Elemen
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K - 5th
"The Dot" Art Lesson - Growth Mindset Art & Literacy
No prep art lesson with meaningful content inspired by "The Dot" by Peter H. Reynolds. Students will create warm-up sketches on a gallery page then create a larger dot to add to a collaborative class display. International Dot Day is September 15th-ish. But this is a great lesson for anytime of year.I have had success with this lesson in grades K-5.What's included:Lesson Plan with outlined Objectives, Materials, Resources, Instructions, & Reflection questions.YouTube link within the PDF file
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PreK - 5th
Also included in: Social Emotional Art Lesson Bundle + Growth Mindset
Fall Squirrel
I just love fall!!! It is one of the MOST inspiring times of the year for young and old artists alike. This lesson combines the beautiful colors of fall with an adorable squirrel that you are just going to fall in love with. The best thing of all is...... this lesson does NOT use water for painting! I think it is just about an art teacher's dream lesson come true. In this lesson you will find:Step by step instructions with photos and a printable guideStudent examplesExtension activities An amazi
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1st - 8th, Adult Education
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