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Paper Collage

Create a paper collage MONSTER using the PDF instructions. Lesson is appropriate for elementary age students. Add 3D paper techniques for a lesson extension for older students.

My Monstrous Monster Instruction Sheet- K-2 and higher – Symmetry – Color Theory – Expression in Art

  • Lesson Credit – Annie Thomas-Eyster
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Tate Kids: Make

Head over to the Tate Museum Web-site for tons of free lessons sorted by media. All have historical references, supply lists, and extensions. All designed for kids.

Tate Kids: Make

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Van-Gogh Lesson

This lesson, by Tate Kids, Tate Museum, UK has instruction and can be completed by drawing, painting or a combination of both. Resources include downloads, instruction, history and extensions.

Appropriate for grades 3 – 8.

Create Art LikeVan Gogh

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Stop-Frame Animation

An easy to follow, step-by-step guide on Stop-Frame or Stop-Motion Animation for students by the Royal Academy of Arts.

Stop-Frame Animation Instruction

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Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems

Kennedy Center Education Artist-in-Residence at Home

Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio every day for his LUNCH DOODLE. Learners worldwide can draw, doodle and explore new ways of writing by visiting Mo’s studio virtually once a day for the next few weeks. Grab some paper and pencils, pens, or crayons and join Mo to explore ways of writing and making together.

New episodes will be posted each weekday at 1:00 p.m. ET and then remain online to be streamed afterwards.  Check back each weekday for new LUNCH DOODLES!

https://www.kennedy-center.org/mowillems?fbclid=IwAR1p2PjTSo4dAeGmgTAH8is7eVnR8r4yFDmXyIDk-_Euh0GXBQZYixTJEJA

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Ashley Bryan Resource and Activity Guide

Grade 4-6, English Language Arts and Visual Art Guide

Grade 7-12 English Language Arts and Visual Art Guide

Grade 7-12 Social Studies Guide

Prepared by Cristina Strunk Ed.M. ’19 and Emily Veno Ed.M. ’19 in collaboration with Pamela A. Mason Ed.D., Harvard Graduate School of Education. Melody Lewis-Kane, M.A., consultant.

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Abstract Color Collage

Materials:

  • Scrap magazines or catalogues or other print materials that can be cut up
  • paper
  • scissors
  • glue

Process:

Create an abstract collage using colors that represent how you feel.

National Core Arts Standard, Visual Art, Anchor Standard 2: Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

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3 - 5 Art Lessons

Abstract Color Collage

Materials:

  • Scrap magazines or catalogues or other print materials that can be cut up
  • paper
  • scissors
  • glue

Process:

Create an abstract collage using colors that represent how you feel.


National Core Art Standards, Visual Art, Anchor Standard 2:
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.

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3 - 5 Art Lessons

Drawing My Dreams

Materials:

  • A variety of drawing materials
  • paper

Process:

Think of a dream you had. Draw what you saw in your dream, even if it looks wild. Use as much detail as possible.


National Core Arts Standard, Visual Arts, Anchor Standard 1:
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.

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Design Challenge: Build a Boat

Materials:

  • A variety of recyclables
  • plastic wrap
  • aluminum foil
  • straws, etc.

Process:

Use a variety of recyclables to build a boat that can hold 10+ pennies without sinking. Use the video for additional instructions.


National Core Arts Standard, Visual Art, Anchor Standard 10:
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.