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First grade art

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1st Grade - Rainbow Fish!

This lesson is an original by Julie Werkman, who I student taught with 25 years ago. It is a great lesson for teaching the elements of art! Line, shape, color, texture, and value are all worked in! Any fishy book of your choice maybe the inspiration! First, we paint some light to dark blue waves on a large 18x24 blue construction paper for our fish bowl. I pre-trace the fish bowl on the back of the paper before the next class, then students cut out and add seaweed and rocks! After painting a…

CURRENT ARTWORK IN THE WORKS! (1ST-5TH GRADE) – Art with Mrs Filmore

It’s been awhile since I last posted, so thought I’d share what we’re working on in the art room! I’M SUPER excited because there are 3 NEW art lessons that we’ll be s…

Are you working on growth mindset or celebrating international dot day in your elementary classroom? Click here to see some great activities and art lessons to use with the story The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. #internationaldotday #thedot #peterhreynolds #growthmindset #thedotactivities #artlesson #makeyourmark #kindergarten #firstgrade #firstieland

Are you working on growth mindset or celebrating international dot day in your elementary classroom? Click here to see some great activities and art lessons to use with the story The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. #internationaldotday #thedot #peterhreynolds #growthmindset #thedotactivities #artlesson #makeyourmark #kindergarten #firstgrade #firstieland

The lesson plan blog of fifth-year elementary art teacher Mrs. Nguyen (Formerly Ms. Gram).

Today was day one of week three and man oh man has it been interesting so far (aside from a kindergartener throwing up on my brand new carpet today)! As many of you know I started at a brand new school this year - so I've had to start from scratch with my art program! I'm not sure why I just expected that the county would give me additional money for start up supplies (scissors, rulers, etc.)... cauuuuseee that didn't happen. In fact every art teacher in our county lost $50 each from our…

1st Grade Fishbowls Here’s one more lesson I used for first grade this year on drawing from simple shapes. Materials: square paper, pencils, erasers, Crayola construction paper crayons and or oil pastels. We begin with a large circle in the center of the paper, then an oval at the top, for the opening of the … Continue reading Fishbowls

Fishbowls Art Lesson is for Grades K-3. Using crayons, marker and oil pastels in this lesson, make a great review or introduction to mixed media art.

Classroom tips and resources for the Brain-Friendly classroom. How to implement Integrated Thematic Instruction and Project Based Learning!

Classroom tips and resources for the Brain-Friendly classroom. How to implement Integrated Thematic Instruction and Project Based Learning!

1st Grade Starry Nights | Young Art Love

Vincent Van Gogh is a great artist to introduce 1st graders to because so many of them are already familiar with the Starry Night! We took a look at Vincent Van Gogh’s impressionistic artwork…

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Learn how to create vibrant watercolor washes that you can collage to create a stunning landscape artwork. No drawing skills required and all you need is a tray of basic watercolors and a glue stick!
This is such an easy and fun way to experiment with watercolor paint. I like to make multiple backgrounds and then experiment with different styles of trees.
Elementary and middle school kids would have fun with this Christmas lesson. Art Sub Lessons blog gives you ideas for how to write up this winter lesson.
Create the stunning Polar Bear Art Project with students of all ages. Great for elementary or middle school. This winter art project works with oil pastels, and teaches warm and cool colors, etching, patterns and design.  Every bear turns out a unique!  These vibrant projects will brighten up your Winter bulletin board with students showcasing their unique take!   Full tutorial and free template from TheCraftyClassroom.com