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45 5th Grade Art Projects That Will Keep Kids Engaged

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Getting kids involved with arts and crafts is one of the best things you can do to help their overall development.

It allows them a great outlet to express their creativity, and it can be a great way for them to relieve some stresses that they may be holding onto.

The thing about art is that the possibilities are truly endless, and there are so many different things that you can create by engaging with art.

This is what makes art special, but it can also make it incredibly daunting to pick some perfect art projects for 5th graders to get involved with. That’s why you’ve likely found your way to this very article! 

Today, we are going to dedicate ourselves to showing you 45 of the very best art projects you can enjoy with your 5th graders to bring out their artistic genius! Let’s jump into it! 

1. Drip Art

Drip art is an incredible art project to get 5th graders involved with because it allows them to get a little bit messy and sticky and yet still create something incredible and often beautiful.

No matter the artistic skills of the child getting involved with the project, they’ll all create something uniquely theirs that they can bring home and give to their parents. 

Simply give the kids some paints, and allow them to drip them down the canvas, allowing the colors to meld like a rainbow, without any need for brushing!

2. Dot Trees

Wassily Kandinsky was an artist famed for his use of concentric shapes, especially concentric circles.

With this activity, you can teach the kids a little bit about this important artist while also allowing them the opportunity to play around with color.

Cut out some basic tree shapes for the children, paste them onto paper, and hand each one to each child.

It is up to the children to carefully cut out some concentric circles using colored paper to create interesting leaves on the branches.

3. Lighthouse Scenes

When a lighthouse shines its light onto the expanses of the open waters it can create some incredibly interesting colors as the lights reflect all over.

As such, painting a delightful lighthouse scene can allow your fifth graders to experiment with color and develop fine motor skills as they attempt to communicate light through their piece. 

It will result in serene artwork that is just as relaxing to produce as it is to look at! 

4. Graffiti Names

What makes graffiti attractive to younger people is the spirit of rebellion inherent in the activity.

With this project, the kids can express themselves more freely, and they can easily search the internet to find inspiration for creating interesting-looking versions of their names.

5. Shade-A-Sphere

Teaching your fifth graders how to achieve some more refined results with their art can be incredibly rewarding, and can help them to discover artistic abilities they may not have otherwise realized were there!

This amazing activity asks the children to shade in a sphere shape, which gives them an opportunity to work on how they manipulate light within their work.

A sphere shape is interesting because of the way light wraps around it, making it an interesting challenge without being too difficult! 

6. Still Life

Getting the kids to draw a still-life scene is an awesome activity because all you need to do is lay out some average items in the center of the room, and ask the kids to draw what they see from where they are positioned!

7. Van Gogh Flowers

It’s never too soon or too late to introduce the kids to the art of Vincent Van Gogh, and his unique and famous painting of sunflowers.

This activity helps the kids to learn about one of the most important artists ever, while also learning to imitate artistic styles, which improves their fine motor skills and their artistic capabilities. 

8. Abstract Color Wheels

Teaching 5th graders about color theory doesn’t have to be difficult. With this simple activity, you can teach the children how the color wheel works while also allowing them to create abstract pieces.

It also allows the kids to play with the rainbow, which can only ever be an exciting and attractive prospect! 

9. Perspective Art

5th graders likely already know the benefits that shading can have on making a piece of art really stand out, but with this activity they can learn a little more about perspective, to allow their art to look a little more realistic! 

This activity will also teach the children a little about the science of perspective! 

The kids might need a little bit of help with this one, but it will prove incredibly rewarding!

10. Splatter Paint Art

Allow the children to channel their inner Jackson Pollock, and give them a fresh canvas that they can then splatter the many colors of paint directly onto!

You can either have the children do this individually, or put them into small groups around the same canvas.

Either way, the kids will totally love this opportunity to let loose and make a bit of a mess! 

11. Paper Lanterns

Not only is this activity incredibly tactile, allowing the 5th graders to get really stuck in, but it can also be used as a great way to teach them a little bit about the culture of China, helping to expand their knowledge of other cultures from around the world!

There are many different types of lanterns you can make, so make sure to look at some of the designs across the internet to take inspiration from.

But regardless all you need is some paper and glue to bring these to life!

12. Andy Warhol Art

Warhol was famous for championing the pop art movement, and your kids can easily get involved with this unique artistic style, allowing them to draw some basic but fun shapes, and then color them in specific ways.

This activity is great because it encourages the kids to create color palettes to stick to! 

13 .3D Color Wheels

If you want to make learning the color wheel a little more interesting, why not try making them in 3D?

Follow the guide above, and you and the class can easily create 3D color wheels that can be displayed in the classroom!

14. Picasso Self Portraits

Picasso’s unique art style can allow 5th graders to create amazing choppy self-portraits! 

15. Basic Origami

Origami is one of the most unique art forms in the world, and though it looks daunting from the outside, there are loads of handy guides that can help your 5th graders to easily get involved and make animals and other shapes! 

16. Create Planets

This amazing activity can allow your 5th graders to learn from previous lessons on shading spheres to create unique planetoid shapes that they can paint or draw upon a space-themed background. 

We loved the way these finished planets looked, and the children will love the opportunity to create some out-of-this-world artwork! 

17. Weave Some Paper

Weaving paper involves a little more care and dexterity from 5th graders, so it can be an excellent activity to get them involved with when you just want to achieve a little bit of peace and quiet in the classroom. 

To do this, simply cut a series of parallel lines across a sheet of paper, and then hand the kids some thin strips of paper that they can then weave through those lines to create an interesting and unique pattern that they will love. 

You can make this activity a little more engaging for the children by giving them paper of all kinds of colors so that they can mix and match paper of whatever colors they want to create their own patterns! 

18. Grid Art

Grid art is easily one of the very best activities to get your 5th graders involved with because it helps to foster collaboration, and allows the children to create a piece of art that you can easily display in the classroom.

This activity involves taking a certain image, dividing that image into distinct grids, and then assigning one of those grids to each of the children.

This means that the child can focus on recreating that area of the image in their own style.

Once all of the mini-masterpieces are completed, simply collect them, arrange them into the correct order, and display them on the wall. This will create a massive piece that everyone can feel proud of! 

19. Yayoi Kusama Style Art

Yayoi Kusama’s art is amazing because it makes use of some simple patterns that create a unique look.

Creating patterns helps to keep 5th graders’ minds engaged, and encourages them to work on their mental facilities to keep the patterns going!

20. Keith Haring Art

Keith Haring’s artwork will be quickly appealing to young artists because it has a fun and energetic look to it that they will love imitating themselves. 

The kids will enjoy posing the small cartoon characters in all kinds of ways! 

21. American Gothic Parodies

American Gothic is perhaps one of the most famous paintings of all time, and also one of the most parodied.

This amazing project will allow the 5th graders to parody the painting themselves, encouraging them to change the characters that the piece focuses on, so they can express their humor through the art! 

22. Snowy Scenes

Normally, if you were to set a bunch of 55th graders loose with a load of colored paints, they’d seek to cover every inch with color.

This amazing activity, which involves painting snowy scenes, can help to teach the kids some control and self-restraint, as they must make use of the neutral color of their canvas to create the look of snow! 

23. Name Illustrations

Similar to the graffiti activity we explored earlier, this simple activity allows the kids to express themselves as they illustrate their names using various shapes and patterns! 

24. Animal Art

Most kids naturally have their own favorite animals, or at least some animals that fascinate them.

Encourage the kids to head out onto the internet to look for inspiration, and look for images of their favorite animals. 

From there, the kids can draw the animals or paint them in any way they wish, which can help to teach them more about that specific animal.

Encourage the children to create a list of interesting facts about each animal below their illustrations.

25. Fall Leaves Collage

The colors of fall leaves are incredibly iconic and look simply amazing together.

This activity can allow the children to celebrate the colors of the season by creating their own fall leaves and then creating a collage using them! 

Op art is an art form that takes its inspiration from optical illusions, creating 3d shapes that lead the eyes down incredibly twisting spaces.

Getting fifth graders involved with op art can allow them to learn how to illustrate 3D shapes, and allows them to create art that will blow their minds.

Take some images of op art from across the web to give the kids inspiration. 

27. Oil Pastels

There are so many ways to use oil pastels, so you can easily encourage the children to illustrate anything they want using the materials.

The children will have to get used to the texture of oil pastels, which can give them a unique art-creating experience.

28. Play With Clay

Clay is one of the most fun materials for 5th graders to work with because it is incredibly tactile and allows them to create 3D shapes. 

Clay can be hardened once the kids have created their art, so they can have a solid piece that they can take home with them! 

29. Georgia O’Keeffe Flowers

Flowers are almost like natural works of art, and no artist has best captured the unique look of flowers quite like Georgia O’Keefe. 

This amazing activity will allow the 5th graders to really appreciate the natural beauty of flowers themselves. 

30. Kaleidoscope Names

Your students might need a little help with this one, but with some careful precision they can easily create kaleidoscopes that are made entirely from their names! They’re very trippy to look at!

31. Animal Eyes

The eyes of animals are often much larger than human eyes, and this can make them incredibly interesting to look into.

This activity will encourage the children to recreate the look of eyes while also considering what might be reflected in them, encouraging creativity and careful control of light! 

32. Crystals

Drawing crystals can be incredibly engaging for 5th graders because of how they interact with light. This will encourage children to carefully consider how they shade in the crystals that they draw or paint! 

Give them some physical crystals to use as a reference. They’ll appreciate the tactility.

33. Create Mandalas

Mandalas are fun to create because they require careful symmetry, and they allow the children to consider their color palettes. Their minds will be engaged for hours at a time!

34. Ted Harrison Landscapes

Ted Harrison is one of the most beloved landscape artists of all time, and your 5th grade class will not only enjoy looking at his art, but recreating it in their own unique ways.

This project allows your children to get creative without having to worry about realism! 

35. Desert Scenes

Similar to the snowy scenes we explored earlier on this list, this project encourages the children to carefully consider their use of color while sticking to the desert theme.

Despite this, the children can still be very creative with how they compose the scene, and what colors they use in specific areas to create the perfect desert image!

36. Word Play

With some careful planning, you could combine an English class with an art class to double the kids’ education!

For example, you could come up with a list of idioms and famous phrases, and then encourage the students to create illustrations or paintings that directly reflect the literal meaning of the phrase! 

It will get the kids’ minds thinking, and will also encourage them to look for hidden meanings behind popular phrases. 

37. Drawing Symmetrical Insects

Many insects, like beautiful butterflies, or creepy spiders have a lot of symmetry in their biology, and this activity can encourage 5th graders to consider the symmetry that appears throughout nature.

Get the children to draw some symmetrical butterflies, spiders, or other insects, and then encourage them to color them in while keeping to the symmetrical pattern.

This will really help the children to develop their cognition, making them much smarter and more critical!

38. 4 Leaf Clovers

With this activity you can not only encourage the children to color with limited palettes but also teach them a little bit of history about St. Patrick’s Day!

39. Mixed-Media Collages

Encouraging the children to work with mixed media is a great idea, because it allows their imaginations to run wild with possibilities, and helps them to imagine how certain shapes or items can stand in for others in a piece of art.

Why not take some inspiration from famed artist Elizabeth Rosen? Grab some images of her collage art, present it to the 5th graders, and have them take inspiration from it all! 

40. Quilling

Quilling is an often under-represented art form that the kids will totally love getting to grips with.

The activity involves taking incredibly thin strips of paper and then carefully twisting them round to create unique shapes.

This incredibly tactile activity will allow the kids to create some beautiful flowers and countless other shapes.

41. Paper Menorahs

If you want to help children to better understand other cultures and their holidays, then one of the best ways to do this is to get them directly involved.

This amazing art activity will help the children to learn about the menorah while also being creative.

42. Cacti Art

Cacti are some of the most unique plants in the world, and they are immensely interesting to look at., and even more interesting to create art of. 

Allow your 5th graders to look at some real cacti in person, or allow them to search online for the perfect inspiration! 

43. Make Masks

Sometimes nothing quite beats the fun of playing dress up. This amazing activity is incredibly simple, and yet allows the children to easily express themselves and their imagination! 

44. Hand Op Art

We showed you some amazing op art earlier, but did you know that with just their hands your 5th grade class can easily create 3D op art?

This amazing art can be created by simply outlining the children’s hands, and then carefully using lines to create a 3D illusion!

45. Painting Paint Brushes

We figured we would close this list off with a meta activity that the kids will love. This activity involves the children painting the very implements that they will be using to create their art.

Ask the kids to draw some basic paintbrush shapes, and then they can color the image with paint to create a colorful and messy-looking piece.

There you have it! Though there are truly infinite things your 5th graders can do with art, these 45 activities will easily entertain them best!

Why not try out a few of these in your next lesson? There’s something here for everyone!

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From hilarious to thought-provoking , these 5th grade art projects are sure to inspire your students. From portraits of famous people to intricate landscapes, these fifth grade art projects are sure to impress!

Teachers and parents keep reading to find out about these Incredible 5th Grade Art Projects that are sure to impress!

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What are 5th Grade art projects?

5th Grade art projects refer to creative activities and assignments specifically designed for students in the fifth grade.

These projects often involve more advanced art techniques and concepts, allowing students to explore their creativity, refine their skills, and express themselves through various art forms.

From painting and drawing to mixed media and sculpture, 5th Grade art projects offer young artists an opportunity to further develop their artistic abilities and engage in meaningful art experiences.

What are the best 5th grade art projects?

The best 5th grade art projects for the classroom or home are Oil pastel , Op art , 3-D color wheel , Animal drawing art projects , Still life objects , Op art hand projects , Nature drawing art projects , Composition , Music art projects and Seasonal art projects .

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Get ready to unleash your creativity with the Best DIY 5th Grade Art Projects!

Bursting with vibrant ideas, this delightful guide is perfect for aspiring young artists who are eager to express themselves through art.

1. Eight Easy Oil Pastel Art Projects For 5th Graders

Looking for fun and interesting Oil Pastel 5th Grade Art Projects ? Look no further!

Here are a few ideas to get you started.

• Paint a portrait of your favorite celebrity using oil pastels.
• Create a series of abstract landscapes using the medium.
• Draw inspirational quotes or famous paintings using oil pastels.
• Create colorful abstractions inspired by nature.
• Draw simple still lifes using vibrant colors and fine lines.
• Add texture and dimension to your artwork with impasto techniques.
• Utilize various mediums to create mixed media pieces incorporating oil pastels prominently.
• Experiment with different techniques and perspectives to create unique pieces of art!

The 5th-grade students will really enjoy the use of oil pastels to create fun, engaging, and easy rainbow tree drawings.

This activity will ensure to engage the students for hours! By teaching them the ideas behind the practical experience by drawing art using oil pastels.

The students will need a white gel pencil, masking tape, an HB pencil, and a 9B pencil to complete this art project .

These oil pastel classroom activities will teach students the art of using colors and sketching. Also chalk pastels are another great 5th grade art project!

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2. Introduce Your Students to Op Art

Op Art is a type of art that uses optical illusions to produce strange and beautiful patterns.

5th grade students can create their own Op Art projects by using various mediums, such as paint, paper, or digital media.

Here are some ideas for 5th grade Op Art projects:

• Create a pattern out of colorful ping pong balls using a pin as a guide.
• Create abstract designs with liquid paint on canvas or paper.
• Draw geometric shapes with colored pencils on white paper.
• Use brightly colored paints to create surreal images on canvas or paper.
• Experiment with different digital image editing programs to create unique Op Art effects.

Op Art is an engaging and learning 5th-grade art project that will teach kids engaging artwork by using the efficient principles of art.

Through these projects, the student will learn the basic principles of design, line art, and 3d art projects.

Teachers can help students in these projects in the classroom where they will learn the lessons of using efficient design principles.

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3. Fifth Graders Explore Color Theory With the 3-D Color Wheel

Looking to spice up your 5th-grade art projects? Check out the 3-D Color Wheel! This fun and the creative project can be used for a variety of lessons, including math, science, and history.

Plus, it’s a great way to teach kids about color.

This art project lesson can prove to be perfect in helping students in the classroom by teaching them the relation of intense spectrum colors with each other.

Helps students in the classroom by engaging them to create an art project with a 3d color wheel.

They can add these projects to their collection at home. Continue reading to browse 5th grade art ideas.

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4. Fifth Graders Will Love These Animal Drawing Art Projects

This animal drawing 5th-grade art project is a great way to teach your students about perspective and how to create a believable portrait .

The lesson plans include instructions on how to draw the different parts of an animal, as well as tips on how to create realistic fur details.

Students will love creating these animal drawings and learning about perspective while they are at it.

This is a great project for beginner artists or anyone who wants to learn more about how to draw animals realistically.

Art projects at school can help the kids use their imagination and realize it. This classroom project will help students in using proper colors and paint.

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5. Fifth Graders Explore Still Life Objects

Still Life Objects is a great 5th-grade art project for teaching about composition and perspective.

The lesson plans below are art standards that can help you create a fantastic still life.

• Start by gathering your supplies.
• You will need some objects to make your still life, paper to draw on, and a ruler or some other straight edge to help you get accurate proportions.
• Once you have all of your supplies, start sketching out the basic shape of your object on the paper.
• Try to keep the proportions as accurate as possible so that the finished product looks natural and realistic.
• Once you have the basic shape of your object down, start filling in the details with paint, markers or colored pencils.
• Be sure to pay close attention to the perspective of your piece and how it affects the overall look of the image.

This visual arts project can help students in using their imagination and observation of real-life objects.

Learn to fill colors , and create art out of them by sketching.

This fifth-grade art project at school will provide the students with creative and engaging classroom fun at school.

6. Op Art Hand Projects

Op Art Hand is a great 5th grade art project to use if you are looking for something fun and different to do with your class.

This project is perfect for both practicing your observational skills and creating visually stunning pieces of art .

There are many different ways that you can complete this project, so it can be tailored to fit the needs of your art classroom.

Simply choose a few Op Art Hand techniques to focus on during the lesson, and let the students loose!

Furthermore, this 5th grade art will teach the kids about the grid method, usage of art lines, creating patterns, design, and movement.

Fifth-grade students can find this project really helpful in building their skills by drawing the Op Art Hand.

This drawing can help students in building imagination , to draw 3d art projects and efficient use of colored pencils.

These projects can also be assigned to the students for homework where they will be taught to create this artwork by watching step tutorials on social media platforms, like YouTube.

This in turn will also help teach the students the positive use of social media.

7. Nature Drawing Art Projects

Nature Drawing is a popular art class for 5th grade students. This nature drawing lesson plan will help you create an pop art project that your students will enjoy.

The lesson plan includes key concepts, step-by-step instructions , and ideas for completing the project.

In this nature drawing lesson plan, you will learn how to:

• Choose a subject to draw from nature.
• Draw basic shapes using simple lines.
• Create realistic textures with watercolor with a paint brush, pencil strokes, or using sharpies.
• Add highlights and shadows to your drawings using light and dark tones.

Children are keen observers of their surroundings. One major part of these surroundings is nature.

Fifth-grade kids can draw sketches of trees, the sky, and oceans in a fun and engaging way.

They can merge their art projects with the art lessons of the teachers by creating an engaging art of nature.

The teachers can use this 5th-grade art to teach the basic art to the kids with this perfect project. 

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8. Using Portraits To Teach Children About Composition

Portraits are a great way to teach 5th grade art students about perspective and composition.

By creating a series of portraits , your students will learn how to create a well-balanced image that looks realistic.

Here are some project ideas for 5th grade portraits:

• Have your students sketched or drawn a basic portrait of themselves before painting it. This will help them understand the importance of proportions and perspective.
• Set up a simple posing station with several props like chairs, tables, and hats. Have the students take turns posing while you capture their images with your camera.
• Have the students paint actual portraits using only basic colors and shapes. This will help them develop their skills as painters while also practicing composition.
• Create composite portraits by painting multiple layers on top of each other until you get the desired effect.

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9. Music 5th Grade Art Projects: Teaching Music with Art

Music has always been an important part of our lives. It can provide a sense of joy, peace, and relaxation.

It can also be a powerful tool for communication and expression.

Art is a great way to teach music to children. By using art projects, teachers can create interesting lessons that will teach children about music.

Here are some ideas for music 5th grade art projects:

• Have students make their own sheet music covers. This is a fun project that will help students learn how to create beautiful artwork.
• Have students create CD covers or album covers. This is another great project that will help students learn how to design beautiful artwork and use Photoshop or other software programs.
• Have students make musical instruments out of everyday objects.

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10. Seasonal Art Projects That Will Keep Your Kids Engaged

In the fall , students learn about seasons. They can learn about different colors and shapes that are associated with each one.

In the winter , they can create art projects that depict scenes from nature such as a snowman, a tree, lanterns, or gingerbread houses.

During the springtime , students can make art projects about flowers and trees.

The summer months bring sunshine and fun with projects like making boats out of recycled milk containers or creating paintings from popsicle sticks.

The autumn season is all about harvesting leaves and creating artwork with them.

This is an excellent time to teach children how to use different colors to make beautiful paintings or sculptures.

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How To Set Up A 5th-grade Art Lesson?

Assuming you would like tips for setting up a 5th grade art lesson, here are a few ideas to get you started.

The materials you’ll need.

When it comes to fifth grade elementary art, there are a few key supplies that are needed in order to complete most of the art lessons.

These simple art supplies include:

• A sketchbook or drawing pad
• Colored pencils or markers
• Construction paper

With these supplies, fifth graders will be able to complete a variety of art projects that focus on different elements of art.

Choose an engaging art style.

In a fifth-grade art lesson, students are often asked to work on an art project together. However, each student has their own unique style.

It’s important to consider the different styles of each student and give them the freedom to move around as they work.

This will allow them to create their own unique piece of fifth grade art.

Utilize the elements of art.

When planning your lesson, be sure to incorporate the elements of art: line, shape, form, color, value, texture and space.

Doing so will help create a well-rounded and engaging lesson for your students.

Preparing the space.

Think about the Art Room Setup. The physical setup of your art room can also impact the overall lesson.

For example, if fifth graders are going to be working on a painting project, make sure they have enough space at their individual desks.

The lesson plan.

Teaching fifth-grade art requires careful planning and creativity . The 5th Grade Art Projects should be based on the student’s interests and abilities.

The teacher should also take into account the time available, and the materials needed to make awesome art.

How To Set Up A 5th grade Art Lesson?

When setting up an art lesson for 5th graders, choose a captivating theme or subject. Prepare all required materials and structure the lesson with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Engage students with an interesting introduction, demonstrate the art technique, and guide them as they create.

Conclude by reviewing the lesson and allowing students to reflect on their work. Remember to integrate art with other subjects and encourage creativity.

Instructions

Step 1: choose a theme or subject.

Decide on a theme or subject for the lesson.

This could be based on a technique, an artist, a particular medium, or a concept.

Step 2: Gather Materials

Ensure you have all the necessary materials for the lesson.

This includes art supplies, reference materials, and any other resources.

Step 3: Plan the Lesson Structure

Break down the lesson into introduction, main activity, and conclusion.

Ensure you allocate time for each section.

Step 4: Engage the Students

Start the lesson with an engaging activity or discussion to capture the students' interest.

Step 5: Demonstrate and Guide

Show the students what they'll be doing, and then guide them as they work on their own projects.

Step 6: Review and Reflect

At the end of the lesson, review what the students have learned and allow them to reflect on their work.

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How to plan your 5th grade art projects fall?

You can plan your 5th grade art projects for fall by deciding on what you want your students to learn, choosing themes relevant to fall, determining the types of projects you want to assign, gathering materials, and planning timelines for each project.

How to Set Up your 5th Grade Art Projects for Fall?

Plan engaging fall-themed art projects by first understanding your educational objectives. Gather inspiration from various sources, focusing on the elements of fall.

Decide on the art medium, ensure you have all necessary materials, and create a sample project. Break the project into manageable lessons, incorporating educational elements about art. Once completed, proudly display the students' artwork.

Step 1: Understand Your Objectives

Before you start, understand what you want the students to learn.

Are you focusing on a particular technique, medium, or theme related to fall?

Step 2: Gather Inspiration

Look for fall-themed art projects online, in art books, or even from nature itself.

Think about the colors, textures, and elements of fall.

Step 3: Choose the Medium

Decide on the art medium you want to use. This could be painting, drawing, collage, clay modeling, etc.

Step 4: List Materials Needed

Once you've decided on the project, make a list of all the materials you'll need.

Ensure you have enough supplies for each student.

Step 5: Create a Sample

Before teaching the project, create a sample.

This will give you a clear idea of the process and the end result.

Step 6: Plan the Lessons

Break down the project into manageable lessons.

For instance, one lesson could be sketching, the next could be painting, and so on.

Step 7: Incorporate Learning

While the students are working on their projects, incorporate lessons about the elements of art, the history of the medium, or artists who have worked in that medium.

Step 8: Display the Art

Once the projects are completed, display them in the classroom or school to celebrate the students' achievements.

Planning your 5th grade art projects fall.

Assuming you have a few ideas in mind already, here are some tips on how to plan your 5th grade art projects for fall:

• Choose a project that interests you and that you think will challenge you.
• It’s important to be motivated and excited about your project, otherwise it will be difficult to complete.
• Do some research on your chosen project topic.
• This will help you understand the requirements and what you need to do to complete the project successfully.
• Create a timeline for your project, including when you will work on each task.
• This will help you stay on track and ensure that your project is completed on time .
• Gather all of the materials and supplies you will need for your project.
• This includes things like paint, paper, scissors, etc.
• Once you have everything ready, start working on your project!
• Follow your timeline and put your all into it – remember, this is your chance to shine!

List 5th grade art projects for fall and winter

There are many art projects that fifth graders can do during the winter season. Some project ideas include:

• Making a collage of winter scenes using old magazines or newspapers.
• Drawing a picture of a snowman, sledding, or ice skating.
• Decorating a paper plate to look like a snowflake.
• Making a mobile out of snowflakes or icicles.
• Creating a sculpture out of clay or Play-Doh that represents something wintery, like a snowman, penguin, or polar bear.

Why add graffito or graffiti art to your lesson plan?

Adding graffito or graffiti art to your lesson plan can be a fantastic way to engage and inspire students.

It brings an element of creativity and self-expression into the classroom, allowing students to explore their artistic abilities in a unique and exciting way.

By incorporating graffiti art, you create a fun and interactive learning experience that can help enhance their understanding of various subjects.

Tips for grade 5 art project ideas

There are many different art project ideas that can be used for a grade 5 art project.

Here are some tips to help you choose the right project:

• Think about what type of art you are interested in and what you would like to create.
• Consider the materials you will need and make sure you have them before you start the project.
• Take your time and don’t rush the project. This will help you create a better final product.
• Ask for help from a friend or family member if you need it. They can offer valuable feedback and suggestions.

Engaging Fifth Grade Art Projects with Pastels

In this art lesson designed for 4th and 5th graders, students will explore the vibrant world of pastels.

• They will learn about the different types of pastels, such as soft and oil pastels, and how to effectively blend and layer colors to create depth and richness in their artwork.
• The lesson will include step-by-step instructions on creating various pastel art projects, such as landscapes, portraits, and still-life compositions.
• By the end of the lesson, students will have a collection of impressive pastel artworks, showcasing their improved art skills and creativity.

Exploring the Color Wheel: Primary and Secondary Colors in Art

Through interactive art lessons, students will dive into the color wheel, learning about primary and secondary colors and how they can be used to create fantastic art projects.

• The lesson will begin with a brief introduction to color theory, explaining the relationship between colors and how they interact.
• Students will then engage in hands-on activities, such as color mixing exercises and creating color wheels, to reinforce their understanding of color relationships.
• They will apply their newfound knowledge to create vibrant and harmonious artwork, using a wide range of colors and color schemes.

Unleashing Creativity with Oil Pastels in Mixed Media

In this fun art project for kids, students will experiment with mixed media techniques, using oil pastels to create vibrant and detailed art.

• The lesson will start with a brief introduction to mixed media art, explaining how artists combine different materials and techniques to create unique and expressive artwork.
• Students will explore the versatility of oil pastels by blending them with other mediums such as watercolors, acrylics, and colored pencils.
• They will create mixed media art pieces with textured surfaces, experimenting with layering and adding depth to their artwork.

Andy Warhol and the World of Pop Art

Introduce students to the iconic pop artist Andy Warhol with this art lesson inspired by his work.

• The lesson will begin with an interactive presentation on pop art and its characteristics, focusing on Warhol’s signature style of repeating images and vibrant colors.
• Students will explore the concept of celebrity culture and how Warhol’s art reflected the essence of the 1960s.
• They will create their own pop art projects, inspired by everyday objects and famous personalities, using bold colors and repetitive patterns.

Incorporating Elements of Fun Art in Fifth Grade Projects

In this comprehensive art lesson, students will explore various elements of art, such as value, texture, and line, and apply them to their own art projects.

• The lesson will start with a brief introduction to each element, explaining its importance in creating visually appealing artwork.
• Students will then engage in a series of hands-on activities and art projects that focus on each element individually.
• For example, they will create value scales to understand shading techniques, experiment with different textures using various materials, and explore line variations to add movement and dimension to their artwork.

By the end of the lesson, students will have a deeper understanding of the elements of art and how they contribute to creating meaningful and expressive artwork.

Creating Captivating Op Art Masterpieces

Students will be fascinated by the optical illusion of op art as they create mind-bending designs and patterns.

• The lesson will begin with an introduction to op art, explaining its history and the artists who popularized this unique style.
• Students will learn about the technique of creating optical illusions through patterns, lines, and shapes.
• They will engage in a step-by-step drawing lesson to create their own op art hand, which appears to pop out of the paper.
• The lesson will conclude with a gallery walk, allowing students to appreciate and discuss each other’s captivating op art masterpieces.

Discovering Iconic Pop Art Artists

Take students on a journey through the world of pop art and introduce them to other iconic artists.

• The lesson will start with a brief introduction to pop art and its characteristics, showcasing the works of artists like Roy Lichtenstein and Claes Oldenburg.
• Students will explore how these artists drew inspiration from everyday objects and transformed them into artistic masterpieces.
• They will then engage in hands-on art projects that are inspired by the work of these pop art legends.
• For example, they will create their own comic book-style artworks using Lichtenstein’s signature dotted technique or sculpt everyday objects from cardboard and other recycled materials, following in Oldenburg’s footsteps.

Making Unique Op Art Hand Projects

This fun and easy art lesson will guide students to create optical illusion hand art using the technique of positive and negative space.

• The detailed art will create the illusion of a 3D hand popping out of the paper.
• The lesson will begin with an introduction to the concept of positive and negative space, explaining how artists can use these elements to create intriguing optical illusions.

Expressive Abstract Splatter Paint Art

Let students unleash their creativity with this fun art lesson inspired by Jackson Pollock’s abstract splatter paint technique.

• They will enjoy the freedom of expression as they create unique and vibrant abstract artwork.
• The lesson will start with a brief introduction to abstract art and its characteristics, focusing on Pollock’s influential role in the movement.

Fun and Inspired Warhol Pop Art Projects

Introduce students to the world of Warhol’s pop art with this engaging art lesson. The lesson will start with an interactive presentation on Warhol’s life and his contributions to the pop art movement.

Students will explore how Warhol’s art celebrated popular culture and mass production, with a special focus on his famous Campbell’s soup can series and colorful celebrity portraits.

They will then create their own pop art masterpieces, drawing inspiration from Warhol’s signature style.

Understanding Japanese Notan Art

This art project for kids will teach students about Japanese notan art and the concept of positive and negative space.

The lesson will start with an introduction to notan art, explaining its historical significance and its connection to Japanese culture and aesthetics.

Students will explore how artists use contrasting light and dark elements to create balanced and harmonious compositions.

Colorful Chalk Pastels Fall Leaf Art

In this easy project, students will use chalk pastels to create stunning fall leaf art. The lesson will start with a brief introduction to chalk pastels, explaining their unique characteristics and the technique of blending colors.

Students will engage in a step-by-step drawing lesson to create vibrant fall leaves, using warm and cool colors to represent the changing season.

The lesson will conclude with an art video that showcases different approaches to chalk pastel fall leaf art, offering inspiration for students to further explore their creativity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Discover the answers to all your 5th Grade Art Project questions! Learn about materials needed for class, awesome project ideas and how to get them designed.

Get ready to make something amazing!

What are some simple 5-grade art projects?

Some simple 5-grade art projects could include still life drawings of fruit, landscapes using different mediums such as watercolors or oil pastels, and portraits.

Students could also experiment with mixed media projects by combining different materials such as paper, fabric, and paint.

Who should design art projects for 5th grade?

Art projects for 5th grade should be designed by a qualified art teacher. The teacher should be familiar with the developmental level of fifth graders.

Also be able to create projects that are both challenging and age-appropriate. The projects should also be aligned with the fifth grade curriculum so that they can help students learn and remember important concepts.

How to do 5th grade art projects for spring?

You will need the following materials: construction paper, crayons, markers, scissors, and glue. First, decide on a project theme. Next, gather your materials and create a project outline. Lastly, follow your outline to complete your project.

What are some art and craft projects?

Some project ideas include making cards, scrapbooks, ornaments, and wall hangings. With a little creativity, almost anything can be turned into a work of art.

What is art?

Art is a form of expression that can take many different forms. It can be something as simple as a drawing or painting, or it can be something more complex like a sculpture or performance.

Art is often used to communicate ideas or emotions, and it can be a way to express oneself.

What are some art activities for elementary students?

One activity is to have students create a piece of art using only a limited number of colors. This can help them to learn about color theory and how to mix colors.

Another activity is to have students create a piece of art using a variety of textures. This can help them to learn about different textures and how to create them. What better place than in a classroom environment?

What are the topics in arts to teach fifth graders?

Art topics include art history , different types of art (painting, sculpture, etc.), and famous artists.

How do you entertain a fifth grader using art?

To entertain a fifth grader using art you must have them create their own art. This can be done with crayons, markers, paint, clay, or any other materials you have available.

Another way is to take them to an art museum or gallery. You can also look for kid-friendly art activities online.

How does 5th grade art help the students?

5th grade art helps the students by teaching them to be creative and to think outside the box. It also helps them to express themselves and to communicate with others.

It helps students build one point of perspective. Teaching them the importance of art can help them in their grade level.

Can play a role by creating a generation where they can encourage a fifth-grade student to become an artist.

Art class shapes a student in a way that can bring hope of new emerging talent into the world of art.

Wrapping Up 5th Grade Art Projects

In conclusion, these 5th grade art projects are perfect for getting your child’s creativity flowing. They are simple, yet effective and can be done with minimal supervision. So go ahead and give them a try!

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The schools are started it is time that everyone to be started with their art projects and everyone kids and parents were searching for what to make. So to solve your problem we are here with our article

Welcome to this step-by-step tutorial on how to make easy art projects for kids in 5th grade. Using very simple techniques lot of projects can be made. This will teach you how to draw skills to enable you to make innovative projects for your school.

Easy  Art Projects For 5th Grade

Image Source/Tutorial: Iroquois Art

The above image will show you some words made with designs. Take out your colored pencils, unleash your creativity with make letters of the alphabet with different colored pencils, And sketch pens let it all flow. After all, art is about making it something that you like, You can do shading, and coloring with colors of your choice. Here make any pattern inside your colored alphabet

Roy Lichtenstein Pop Art Words For Grade 5

Image Source/Tutorial: Jamestown Elementary Art Blog

Another cool idea is to make pop art. This is so simple it only requires drawing simple letters and making make patterns with sketch pens. Grab your sketch pens to draw random patterns to make your own unique frame. Let your creativity flow in your frame that’s what learning is.

Cool Zentangles Art Projects For 5th Grade

Image Source/Tutorial: Miss Youngs Art Room

Now if you are interested in mandalas here is something for you this is zentagle art. Even if you don’t have a sketch pen then also you can make very unique and very beautiful zentagle art with using only a black sketch pen . The above photo is the reference you can use and get creative with the zentangle art

Grant Wood Parodies Art For 5th Graders

Image Source/Tutorial: We Are Teachers

Now there is another unique idea for the art projects it is wood parodies. Draw any drawing of your choice like making cartoon faces feel free to draw any cartoon face with your imagination. Then fill it with crayons. The above image will give an idea of how to make it.

Paste Paper Art Projects For Grade 5

Image Source/Tutorial: Amsler Art Room

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Clay Flowers Art Project For 5th Grade

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Foldable Squash Books Art Projects For Grade 5

Image Source/Tutorial: Art Is Basic

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Cool Banyan Tree Drawing Art Project For 5th Grade

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Now make a banyan tree with your crayons and make them is a pattern to even make them cooler as shown in the photo above.

Keith Haring – Inspired Graphic Art Project For Grade 5

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Animal Collage Art Project For Grade 5

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Making cute animal faces will also earn you much appreciation. Make different faces like that of a cat, dog, owl, crow, or any animal of your choice. Some are given in the photo above.

Strategies To Implement Art Integrated Activities

1. plan the whole activity.

It will be convenient and easy for a teacher to plan the whole day as this will help the teachers to keep the students on track. With planning, you can organize the lessons and concepts according to the activities so that children can enjoy the activities and can learn from them. Planning helps teachers identify the concepts and methods to teach the students and also engage them in group activities.

2. Time Management

Time management is really important for every organization. No matter if you are a teacher or an employee it is necessary to manage your time and efforts in the right direction. As a teacher, it is important to maintain professional competence and productivity. You have to plan the activities accordingly due to paucity of time. Sometimes it’s difficult to manage activities that ultimately lead to compromise of a joyful and experiential learning environment. There are many contrary slots available at schools like school assemblies, annual days, special celebrations, etc. These time slots can be used for mass art experiences and you can easily link the subjects to the activities and get the learning outcomes.

3. Being Informative

It is important for all the educational institutes to understand the value of Arts integrated learning as this will lead to the reorientation of values that art resources contain. To make art integrated learning an important of students learning procedure it is necessary to have an orientation with school management to make them understand the relevance of the education and arts. Teacher training programs should be held in schools to ensure teachers can understand the value of arts in students’ life. this will bring a paradigm shift in both students’ learning and also in the teacher’s concepts of teaching and learning.

4 Required Resources

Before planning any activity of Art integrated learning it is important to ensure the availability of all the resources which are necessary for the lessons. Before moving further with the lessons make sure as a teacher you are fulfilling all the needs if required resources that are as follows.

• Eco friendly
• Easily available

It is important to make sure that the resources you are using are reusable as this will give a message to children to save the nature also reusable items are pocket friendly as those items can be used for a very long time so you don’t have to rush every time to get new materials and props.

Economical 

It is beneficial to use the materials which are handmade or local as it will help the small vendors and businesses to grow. Also, it will also help in economic development and GDP  growth. Using materials from local shops and vendors creates a sense of sensitivity in small kids which is very necessary for the emotional development of a kid.

Innovative 

The material should be innovative and authentic so it can help the student to think out of the box and also helps to increase their creativity. Eye fascinating props make children excited about the dramas and plays they are going to play for the lessons. Innovative materials are more inspiring for small kids.

Eco-Friendly 

Using eco-friendly materials is safe toxic-free and most important safe for nature. Using these kinds of materials will encourage the children to use eco-friendly products and save nature. Using Eco-friendly products creates a sense of responsibility in students for the environment and they will try to save nature as much as possible.

Easily Available 

Materials should be easily available whenever you require them because sometimes due to lack of time it is not possible to go to a store located far from the school, so make sure while choosing the materials that materials should be easily available and accessible whenever required. So it will be convenient for both teacher and students and also helps to save time and effort.

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30 Creative Fifth Grade Art Projects

By Suzanne Brown | Last Updated April 21, 2022

If you’re in fifth grade , your art class likely is one of your favourite subjects. After all, who doesn’t love creating their masterpieces? But it can be difficult to know what exactly to do in an art class. 

Art is indeed a bit more complex than writing and arithmetic. And, it’s hard to understand what else to do in an art class other than creating. But don’t be discouraged! Even though it can be difficult, you can do plenty of things in class besides create your artwork. This article will discuss how you can take on some of the most common art projects your teacher might have you do. But first, let’s look at the different types of projects available for fifth graders.

1. Illustrate Your Name

This project is a simple one. You have to illustrate your name as if it’s an illustration in a book . First, you’ll need to draw letters of your name in a signature style. Then, fill in the letters with color and texture. If you’d like, add elements such as patterns or symbols related to your names, such as a cute animal or nickname. And then, you’re all finished!

2. Take Inspiration from Andy Warhol

The Andy Warhol Museum is a great place to start when looking for ideas. Go on an art walk and explore studios and collections that are inspiring to you. You can also look at artists’ books, similar to illustrated books but feature a comics-style format inspired by comics. 

3. Craft LEGO Minifig Portraits

You know they’re not just bricks if you’ve ever played with LEGOs. You can build anything with LEGOs. It’s a great way to express yourself in art! Take pictures of your favorite characters, and then use them as a basis for making LEGO minifig portraits. You can even combine LEGO minifig portraits with other fun art projects.

4. Design Jasper Johns Numbers

Jasper Johns and his wife, Helen, designed an inventive way to represent numbers . They called it “Concrete Painting,” Another artist even wanted to call it “Concrete Numeral Decal,” but Johns himself thought that using numbers on paint was too weird! 

5. Hang 3D Color Wheels

This project is a little bit more complicated than others, so you might want to get some help if you have trouble with it. All you need is paint and a canvas that you can use to hang your finished artwork. Soak the canvas in water before painting it, so it can stretch and mold to your desired shape. 

6. Assemble Picasso Relief Portraits

Picasso was considered a master at creating 3D artwork. Many of his paintings were portraits, and some were so detailed that they appeared to be sculpted reliefs! This cardboard relief picture is about disassembling and reassembling to get a fresh perspective.

7. Decorate Pretty Paper Lanterns

This is one of the most decorative art projects we’ve seen! It’s a great way to use the cut-outs of your artwork to create beautiful lanterns . It’s also a great project for those who love accessorizing. You can decorate your lanterns with tassels or beads and even add some flowers or candles inside!

8. Make Your Book Covers

Making book covers is an informative and creative project for fifth-grade kids. It can be a fun way to learn about creating graphics and working with different types of art materials. The most common type of book cover is a hardcover, and this project can help you explore that option.

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9. Make a Card Collage

This is a pretty generic project , but it’s worth noting because it’s one of the most common art projects used in schools today. The project comes from an art teacher’s idea to make collages using student-made cards like paper. So, if you have many handmade cards, you can use them all to make a collage. You’ll just need to figure out how to arrange the cards.

10. Do a Book – Themed Puzzle

This is one of the easiest art projects you could ever do in fifth grade! All you need is a book and glue! If you’re unfamiliar with puzzle books, they’re collections of pieces that fit together to create a picture depicting the book’s theme.

11. Sketch 3D Cone Drawings

You’ll need a pencil and a compass for this project. Start by drawing the biggest circle you can on a piece of paper. Then, use your pencil and compass to draw smaller circles inside the bigger one and smaller circles inside the smaller ones. Next, add in some dots to represent the points where all the circles intersect. The easiest way is to make small holes with an ice pick or knitting needle. And then, you’re done!

12. Illustrate Onomatopoeia Words

This is a fun and creative art project. The word onomatopoeia means “words that sound like what they describe.” This can be used to make completely creative and unique works of art! You can use lettering or paint to create your words. You can even take it further by creating an illustration that incorporates the word or drawing.

13. Fold Origami Dragon Eyes

Origami is one of the most popular artistic mediums in the world . It’s a fun and easy way to create fantastic art! All you have to do is make squares or hexagons and then fold them carefully into the shape of an eye. This can be used for many other origami arts, so be sure to try different designs!

14. Fashion Clay Coil Designs

This is a fun art project to do with your family. It’s something that anyone can try without any prior artistic experience, and you can make so many different designs. Make the coils out of colored clay, then glue them together. Then paint the coil designs with paints or markers until you’re satisfied. You can even turn this into an art project by decorating the coils with gold leaf or glitter!

15. Paint Snowy Pastel Mountains

This snowy mountain painting is a great way to get into more detailed art. The combination of different colors, textures, and layers is perfect for making a very believable picture. The best part is that you can add as many mountains, clouds, animals, and trees as possible!

16. Make Beautiful Calligraphy Prints

Calligraphy is an ancient practice of writing beautiful words with a fancy font . This can be used to create captivating pictures out of swirls and amazing big letters. You can paint calligraphy on paper or create a larger picture using your words.

17. Draw Zentangle Initials

Zentangle is a type of drawing art that involves grids but not too many complicated rules. You can make your Zentangle lettering look as great as possible if you pick the right font. You can use graph paper to create these elaborate and beautiful designs!

18. Create 3D Paper Name Sculptures

This is a fun art project because you can make a sculpture out of paper. You can use any type of paper, but it’s best to use thicker paper than regular printer paper. Then, you can simply assemble the pieces and paint them for an amazing 3D picture!

19. Parody American Gothic

Parody American Gothic is a fun tribute to the famous painting. It’s all about getting creative with your family and using paints to create your version of the famous work. You can even use different people, animals, or props in your artwork and give it a new spin. This is great as an art project and a family activity!

20. Construct Mixed Media Bird Nests

This is a pretty basic art project. You can use both paper and paint to make bird nests look as realistic as possible. You can make it as elaborate as you’d like by creating little details inside the nests or using more realistic materials.

21. Abstract Splatter Paint Art

Abstract Splatter Paint Art is a pretty quick and easy project. All you have to do is grab some paint and start splattering. This is a great way to make abstract art because you don’t have to worry about perfecting the shapes or details of your artwork. All you need to do is get messy!

22. Lighthouse Scene

Lighthouse Scene is a great way to get into painting! It’s a pretty basic project that allows you to explore the different layers of paint. You can create striking and realistic water and hills and other landscape features. What’s great about this project is that you can paint it however you want! You just have to start somewhere, so it might as well be your lighthouse scene!

23. Shade Spheres to Make Plants

This is a fun art project to do during the winter. You need to shake some beads and a few other items together, then color them with crayons. Hang these around your plants, and it will look like they are growing!

24. Chalk Pastel Fall Leaf

Chalk Pastel Fall Leaf is another great fall project. All you need to do is apply chalk pastel to a piece of paper and let it dry. Then, use crayons or colored pencils to add different colors and textures until the paint looks right.

25. Andy Warhol Pop Art

Andy Warhol’s Pop Art is a fun project that mimics famous works of art. You can combine your artwork with pop culture, music, and other things! It’s quick, easy, and a lot of fun. You can also do this with just about any canvas or picture you want!

26. Clay Coil Hearts

Clay Coil Hearts is a fun art project with your family or friends . You can make these colorful hearts playfully out of any type of material you like. You can decorate them with glitter, rice, or whatever else you want!

27. Japanese Notan Art

Japanese Notan Art is a fun art project that you can use to create stunning images. You can combine painting, drawing, and paper cutting to make your art appear as realistic. This is great for all levels of artistic ability, so anyone in the family can try this project!

28. Shade a Sphere with Chalk Pastels

Shade a Sphere with Chalk Pastels is a pretty easy project . You have to take some chalk pastels and use them to draw on your sphere. You can use the different colors to shade your sphere in any way you’d like!

29. Still Life

Still, Life is a type of art that involves scenes with dead or inanimate objects. This is a great way to get creative and create an interesting piece of artwork out of everyday items around the house. You can even paint it, so it looks like an abstract painting!

30. Georgia O’Keeffe Flower Project

Georgia O’Keeffe Flower Project is a fun project for kids, families, and even adults . You can use both paint and paper to make your floral designs look realistic. The best part is that you can do this with just about any type of flower that you’d like!

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40 Engaging Drawing Prompts for Kids

Looking for the perfect response to the age-old statement “but i don’t know what to draw” well, say no more here is a list of 40 drawing prompts that are sure to keep your children or students engaged while flexing their creative muscles.

*Note: For added fun, write each of these prompts on a craft stick so that students can randomly choose a prompt from a cup! Students love the spontaneity of not knowing what they will get!

Design your dream castle to live in

Draw Your dream vacation

Draw a dinosaur ice cream shop

Draw what’s hiding under the couch?

Draw if the moon was made of cheese?

Where did the other sock go missing from the laundry?

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Draw something out of place in an aquarium

Draw yourself as a famous artist

Design your dream treehouse

Draw a man with crazy facial hair 

What is inside the treasure box?

Design a treasure map

Draw your teacher as a pirate

Draw your dream bedroom

Design your dream house

Design a video game 

Draw your pet or favorite animal as a super hero (and give them a name!)

Design a robot to do your chores

Draw your dream meal

Design a robot that does your homework

Combine two animals together 

Draw your dream pet

Design a thinking cap that gave you all the right answers

Where does the rabbit hole lead? Draw underground…

Draw the principal as a monster 

Draw your family as aliens

Design your dream backyard

Draw me as a monster!

Draw something that smells bad

Create a new invention

What’s living in your closet?

Draw a 4-panel comic 

If I were the President…

Draw something you are craving to eat right now!

Draw an art supply dance battle

Draw yourself as part human, part animal

Draw a person with crazy hair 

Draw something completely out of place in the ocean

Draw a space cat

Download this drawing prompt list for your students!

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58 Free and Easy Directed Drawing Activities Anyone Can Do

Uncover the artist in every kid!

Regardless of your artistic abilities, you can still help your students improve their own artistry thanks to directed drawing activities. They walk you through the process step-by-step so anyone can create their very own masterpiece. Teachers often lead the session by drawing on the whiteboard or chart paper while students follow along. Although there are a ton of good options for instructional videos, a favorite of ours is the Art for Kids Hub on YouTube —they have hundreds of videos spanning all interests. Here are some of our favorite free directed drawing activities for kids. Grab your favorite art supplies and get creative!

1. Fancy flowers

Draw these simple flowers, then fill them in with markers or colored pencils to personalize them.

Learn more: Draw a Flower at Kitchen Table Classroom

2. Baby Yoda

Whether you call him Baby Yoda, The Child, or Grogu, he’s bound to be one of your most popular directed drawing activities!

Learn more: How To Draw Baby Yoda at Art Projects for Kids

3. An adorable dog

Kids will definitely love this easy-to-follow guide on how to draw a basic dog shape. With a few tweaks, they can personalize it to look like their favorite furry pal.

Learn more: How To Draw a Dog at Easy Peasy and Fun

4. Night sky owl

First, kids draw these simple owls, then they add stars with white crayons. Finally, they use watercolors to add the finishing touches.

Learn more: Owls at Night at Primarily Speaking

5. Tree frog

Who doesn’t love a pop-eyed tree frog? The video guides you through each step of the process as you bring your funny frog friend to life.

This cheery sloth is just hanging around, begging to be sketched and colored!

Learn more: How To Draw a Sloth at Art Projects for Kids

7. Simple building

Regardless of your drawing ability, you can create a simple house or building like the one shown here just by using basic shapes. Artists can easily customize it to their liking by adding more windows, changing the shape, or choosing different colors.

Learn more: How To Draw an Easy Building at How To Draw Easy

Say hi to this happy robot, then learn how to create one of your own.

Drawing people can be intimidating, but this tutorial simplifies things for beginner artists.

Learn more: Man Drawing at I Heart Crafty Things

Llamas are as popular as ever, so they make the perfect choice for directed drawing.

11. Penguin

The free printable worksheet makes drawing this chubby penguin pal a snap.

Learn more: Penguin Activities + A Directed Drawing at Natalie Lynn Kindergarten

12. Happy mug

Since the weather is getting colder, why not warm up with this sweet and silly drawing of a mug winking?

13. Elephant

Those pink ears! Everyone will want to learn how to sketch this playful pachyderm.

14. Chickadee

Check out chickadees at your local bird feeder , then learn how to draw them!

Learn more: Easy How To Draw a Bird Tutorial and Bird Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

15. Superhero

Since kids usually love superheroes, they will get a kick out of drawing their very own!

16. Boo bat

We love that this adorable bat is mostly made up of basic shapes that every kid can master.

Learn more: Bat Directed Drawing at Babbling Abby

This sweet bunny face is the perfect springtime art project.

18. Pop art landscape

Before drawing, give your little artists a brief overview of the Pop Art movement. Afterward, let them put the lessons into place in this fun landscape that includes bright colors and fun patterns.

Learn more: Easy Pop Art Landscape and Pop Art Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

19. Humpback whale

Studying the ocean ? Try sea creature directed drawing activities, like this humpback whale.

Learn more: Easy How To Draw a Whale Tutorial and Whale Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

20. Pine tree

The tree shape is simple, but markers diluted with water turn this into a truly pretty picture.

Learn more: Paint With Markers – Pine Tree Step-by-Step Tutorial at The Kitchen Table Classroom

21. Abstract face

This abstract face is so simple to draw yet provides so much opportunity for individuality and creativity. Follow the steps for the basic outline, then grab your favorite set of markers, paints, or colored pencils and fill the page with color!

Learn more: Easy How To Draw an Abstract Face Tutorial and Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

22. Lighthouse

Turn on some soothing ocean sounds and sketch a serene shoreline scene.

An apple a day … makes good drawing practice! We love that this activity includes both a whole apple and apple slices.

Learn more: Easy How To Draw an Apple Tutorial and Apple Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

24. Chick in egg

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? No need to decide with this directed drawing idea!

Learn more: How To Draw a Baby Chick in an Egg Shell at How To Draw Step-by-Step Drawing Tutorials

25. Nintendo Switch

While kids love video games, it is best for them to unplug from time to time and engage in some hands-on activities like drawing. We can’t think of something they would like to draw more than their beloved Switch!

Shoot for the stars when you learn how to draw this rocket headed for outer space.

Learn more: How To Draw a Rocket Ship at Drago Art

27. LEGO Man

Since kids love LEGO, what better drawing tutorial to try than this adorable LEGO Minifigure?

28. School bus

Here’s a terrific directed drawing activity for kindergartners when they start school. It will help them see the school bus as a friend!

Learn more: School Bus Drawing Activity in 6 Easy Steps at Proud To Be Primary

29. Dinosaur

If you can draw curves, you can create this majestic dino. ( Here’s a T. rex too! )

Learn more: Easy How To Draw a Diplodocus Tutorial and Diplodocus Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

30. Pumpkin

This joyful pumpkin would be especially cute in autumn but could be drawn any time of year!

Learn more: Free Pumpkin Directed Drawing Activity at Natalie Lynn Kindergarten

This pink porker is so darn adorable! That curly tail is the best part!

Learn more: Cute Piggy Art Project at A Blog From the Pond

32. Unicorn

Capture the magic of this sparkly creature with this surprisingly easy directed drawing idea.

33. Santa Claus

Need some quick Christmas decor? Have your class create a whole collection of Santas for the walls.

34. Rainbow chameleon

Drawing this chameleon is only half the fun—filling him in with vibrant colors is even better!

Learn more: How To Draw a Chameleon Tutorial Video and Chameleon Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

Ignite an interest in drawing and geography with this fun step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a globe. Although you can draw a realistic map of the world on your globe, you definitely don’t have to!

Learn more: How To Draw a Globe at I Heart Crafty Things

36. Black panther

A lot of schools have panthers for mascots, so why not teach your students to draw one?

37. A skiing squirrel

Too cold to go outside? Put on your slippers, get a piping-hot cup of cocoa, and then sit down to draw this adorable skiing squirrel!

38. Creepy-crawly spider

Draw the outline for this easy spider and then decide how you want to color his body. You can also add a web around him if you’re feeling adventurous!

39. Flower doodle

This brief tutorial is so simple, but it’s the perfect activity to keep an overactive mind quiet.

40. Easy scribble art

This scribble art is similar to the previous project on our list, but it’s perfect for the younger cohort of students. Simply have them scribble a doodle pattern with a Sharpie and then color in the shapes that have been created.

Learn more: Simple Scribble Art for Kids at Welcome to Nana’s

41. Cartoon dalmatian

Since everyone loves a dalmatian, why not learn to draw this adorable little cartoon version? Personalize them with your choice of spot placement and collar colors.

42. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle

There has been a resurgence of interest in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles thanks to the new movie, so we think kids will love this drawing tutorial. They say this one is Leo, but you could easily make his fellow ninjas!

43. Friendly hearts

Directed drawing activities that are holiday specific but can be used anytime are some of our favorites! While these adorable hearts would be perfect for Valentine’s Day, we think they would make a great gift during any season.

Learning to draw basic everyday objects like a car is an important skill to have since they can be incorporated into many different scenes and scenarios.

Learn more: How To Draw a Car – Step by Step Drawing Tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun

Some directed drawing activities are super quick but still easy to follow. If you’re short on time but feeling creative, this cute hamburger is the right choice. Just be warned, you will most certainly feel hungry after!

46. A frozen face

This is our face too when the temperature starts to drop! Directed drawing activities like this one are perfect to do during those long, cold winter months.

47. A bright sun

It might seem like there is only one way to draw a sun, but this tutorial shows that you can get really creative in your approach.

Learn more: How To Draw a Sun at Arty Crafty Kids

48. Fish bowl

This fish bowl directed drawing has so much potential for personalization. In addition to using different colors to complete their drawing, kids can also choose from different mediums.

Learn more: How To Draw a Fish Bowl Tutorial and Fish Bowl Coloring Page at Art Projects for Kids

49. A realistic eye

Drawing realistic-looking facial features, especially eyes, can feel scary, but this art tutorial simplifies it. Follow along and then practice in the mirror with your own eye!

Learn more: How To Draw a Realistic Eye at That Art Teacher

Learning to draw this adorable cake is perfect for kids since they love to make homemade cards for friends and family. We especially love the folded-paper technique that reveals the happiest surprise.

51. The best teacher ever

Well this one is certainly going to be a favorite with teachers! This directed drawing makes the perfect gift for your favorite educator.

52. Shape candy

Learning to recognize and draw shapes is an important part of any preschool or kindergarten education, so make it fun with this directed drawing video.

53. Mermaid

Fans of Ariel and The Little Mermaid will surely love this drawing tutorial. Have your students create their masterpieces, then show them the movie as a reward!

Learn more: How To Draw a Mermaid – Step by Step Drawing Tutorial at Easy Peasy and Fun

54. A volcano

While we don’t typically think of volcanoes as being cute, this directed drawing is as adorable as it is explosive. Couple it with a science lesson on volcanoes and you have a whole well-rounded afternoon!

55. Lava lamp

Fans of the 1960s will love this drawing tutorial. If you happen to own a lava lamp, you could bring it in to show your students since most kids have probably never heard of one!

56. Bicycle

This bicycle is a bit more realistic than some of the other directed drawing activities on our list. Grab a pencil and follow along and then trace over it with a Sharpie.

57. A bedroom

Learning to draw an animal or object is great, but there is no substitute for being able to draw a whole scene! Follow along creating this adorable bedroom and then add your own personal touches.

While most real-life schools probably don’t look so quaint, we think this drawing tutorial is perfect for just about any school day. Regardless of whether you color it realistically or in rainbow colors like the tutorial here, it’s sure to be frame-worthy.

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18 Awesome Art Projects for Your Classroom

Making art projects happen in the classroom. Here are 18 awesome art projects for kids that have stunning results. You’ll find ideas to create inspiring art with kindergarten all the way through fifth grade. Plus, you’ll find ways to connect art projects to literature and science standards to bring learning full circle.

Art Projects

1.  Super Easy Dandelion Art Project  – A quick two-step painting project that students could totally handle on their own as a center activity or with little support.

2.  Printed Flowers Collage Art Project  – Here is a printed flowers art project for  first grade . Students will combine what they learn about famous artists like O’Keefe and Warhol to create a collage of flowers in a field.

3.  Cloud Art for Kids  – A Georgia O’Keefe inspired painting of clouds with blues, pinks and purples along with 21 other fantastic clouds for kids resources.

4.  Black Glue Landscapes Art Project  – Create a black glue -outlined landscape art project for third grade, fourth grade and fifth grade students. This project uses paint and black glue to create a very smart looking finished product.

5.  Kandinsky Inspired Project  – A  Kandinsky-inspired art project that is perfect for first graders. Students will use paint, construction paper and string to create a masterpiece that will catch everyone’s eye.

6.  Fun Cityscape Collages Art for Young Kiddos  – Here is a layer by layer tutorial on making cityscape collages using paint, Sharpie markers and newspaper.

7.  Recycled Paper Daisies & Dragonfly Art Project  – Get creative and resourceful with this recycling art project. Here is a tutorial for a simple  recycled paper art project to make with second or third grade.

8.  Colorful Ceramic Clay Coral Reefs Art Project  – Here is how to make clay coral reefs  with your class that are very colorful.

9.  Stunning Planets Space Art: Shading Techniques  – Students pick a planet to illustrate and use chalk to create the colors and shading. With a stunning a bold piece of art like this, what’s not to love?

10.  Japanese Cherry Blossom Art  – Connect art and literature with this spring  Japanese art project.

11.  Easy and Stunning Wildflower Art in 30 Minutes  – Finding the perfect watercolor art project can be just as simple as snagging 3 materials and 30 minutes.

12.  Gorgeous Ceiling Chalk Art Butterflies  – Capture art with gorgeous sidewalk art inspired drawings. Here is a chalk art tutorial on how to create beautiful masterpieces for your school.

13.  How to Draw Graffiti Art Project  – Here is a how to draw graffiti lesson plan that is perfect for open house night, connecting with literature or for learning concepts of art.

14.  Beautifully Easy Spring Monet Art Project  – Create a gorgeous water scene art project inspired by Monet in your classroom.

15.  How to Make Stunning Symmetry Name Art  – Here is the step by step tutorial on how to make symmetry name art with your class.

16.  Sea Creatures Paint Project  – A fantastic art project tutorial to create sea creatures with third graders.

17.  Watercolor Flower Art Project  – Here is a beautiful flower art project for kids using watercolors and oil pastels using simple shapes.

18.  Phases of the Moon Oil Painting  – An oil painting project using crayons, oil paint crayons and water that connects science with art.

What a creative set of projects for all grades! I hope you found these inspiring ideas helpful.

Thanks to all of the talented teachers featured in this collection – your art projects are fantastic an inspiring! Feel free to grab the “ I’m a Featured Teach Junkie ” blog button as your creations are definitely worth the shout out.

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We’ve listed all of our Junior Grade Elementary art lesson plans here. These activities are best suited for Grades 3 – 5 – or – ages 8-11 years. Grade levels are given as a guideline only.

Oil Pastel Hearts

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Hamsters with Heart

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Black Capped Chickadees

By Andrea Mulder-Slater Charley Harper was an incredible artist and illustrator who is best known for his stylized, simplified interpretations of nature and wildlife. Students will learn about Charley as …

Snacking Cardinals

by Andrea Mulder-Slater Charley Harper was an incredible artist and illustrator who is best known for his stylized, simplified interpretations of nature and wildlife. Students will learn about Charley as …

by Andrea Mulder-Slater Mandalas help to bring balance, peace and calm. This makes creating them a perfect activity for children (and adults) of all ages. This lesson uses readily available …

Getting to Know You

by Andrea Mulder-Slater 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 …

Design Your Own Nutcracker

by Andrea Mulder-Slater Nutcracker dolls symbolize good luck in German tradition, but where did they come from? This drawing lesson will teach children the answer to this question, and more. …

Drawing with Glue

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Gingerbread Village

By Andrea Mulder-Slater Every year my daughter and I decorate a gingerbread house (or two, or three). We don’t bake from scratch, but instead work with pre-baked, pre-cut slabs of …

Polar Borealis

By Andrea Mulder-Slater Polar bears are very large bears who live in the icy cold Arctic where The Northern Lights (or Aurora Borealis) can be seen. Auroras are bright, dancing …

Calico Cat on a Mat

by Andrea Mulder-Slater With their spotty, patchwork hair patterns, calico cats are so much fun to draw! In this lesson, students will learn how to draw a sleeping cat, laying …

A Cup of Cocoa

by Andrea Mulder-Slater The only thing better than chocolate, is chocolate in a cup! Big mugs of hot chocolate (or hot cocoa) are the theme of this cozy art lesson. …

Paper Pumpkins

by Andrea Mulder-Slater Here’s a super quick way to make paper pumpkins that look real enough to pick! [This is a small snippet of a lesson we have inside The …

6 Ways to Make Sketchbooks

by Andrea Mulder-Slater When I was a student at art school, my drawing professor had one rule and that was to draw, every single day. From her I learned there …

Pop Art Owls Drawing Art Lesson with Video Tutorial

K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Glue Flowers

Negative Space Plant Drawings

Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, High School

Criss Cross Doodles

by Andrea Mulder-Slater Using materials found in every art room, students will draw criss cross lines to create shapes for doodles to live! Then, by following a few basic prompts, …

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4. a minion, 6. a butterfly, 8. a rainbow, 9. foiled scribble flowers, 10. a rocket ship.

Drawing and doing crafts projects are excellent ways for kids to express their creativity. But sometimes, it can be hard to come up with easy drawing ideas for kids. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of 15 easy drawing ideas for kids, including step-by-step instructions where needed.

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So next time your child is feeling creative, try one of these easy drawing ideas:

To draw a house, start by drawing two parallel lines for the house’s base. Then, add a triangle on top of the lines for the roof. Next, draw a rectangle next to the square for the door. Finally, add windows and a chimney to the house. Use the above illustration for more help.

If your kid is interested in buildings other than homes, check out these coloring games to keep them occupied.

One of the easiest things to draw is a tree. All you need is a pencil and a sheet of paper. Start by drawing a large oval shape for the tree trunk. Then, add some branches coming off of the trunk. Finally, add leaves to the branches. You can make your tree as straightforward or as detailed as you want.

If your child loves nature and wants to explore more outdoor scenes, why not try these outdoor scene coloring games?

If your child is a fan of the Guardians of the Galaxy movies, then they’ll love drawing Baby Groot. Start by drawing a small oval for Groot’s head. Then, add two large circles for his eyes. Next, draw a small nose and mouth. Finally, add some leaves coming out of the top of his head.

Minions are always a popular choice among kids (and adults!). To draw a minion, start by drawing a circle for the head. Then, add two smaller circles for the eyes. Next, draw a line across the face for the mouth. Next, add a rectangle shape for the body. Finally, draw some overalls and arms coming off of the body.

Cats are among the most popular pets, so it’s no surprise that they’re also a popular subject to draw. To draw a cat, draw a large oval shape for the head. Then, add two smaller circles for the eyes. Next, draw a small nose and mouth. Finally, add some whiskers coming off of the face.

Butterflies are beautiful creatures that are easy to draw. Just start with a big circle in the middle of your paper. Then, add two smaller circles on either side for the wings. Finish off by adding some antennae and painting color to your butterfly!

For a world of bugs and butterflies, explore these coloring games featuring insects and colorful winged creatures.

Sailing the open seas is a great activity and one that you can bring to your living room with this easy drawing idea for kids . To draw a boat, start by drawing a long, curved line for the boat’s hull. Then, add a mast in the middle of the boat and two sails on either side. Finally, draw some waves at the bottom of the boat to complete the scene.

If your child is fascinated by kinds of transport, why stop at just drawing? Dive deeper into their passion for different kinds of transport with these fun coloring games featuring transports.

Kids love rainbows, and one of the most popular easy drawing ideas for them is to draw a rainbow. To do this, draw a curved line across the paper, then add seven equally spaced lines coming down from the curve.

With each section of the rainbow in place, it’s time to add colors, making each part stand out. But why stop there? For even more fun, combine rainbows with clouds! Begin by drawing a big, fluffy cloud in the sky.

Then, add seven colors to the cloud – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple – creating a vibrant and dreamy effect. Finally, extend a rainbow gracefully emerging from the cloud, completing this delightful and imaginative scene that kids will enjoy creating.

This easy drawing idea is perfect for kids who love to scribble! To draw foiled scribbled flowers, a big circle in the center of your paper. Next, draw a bunch of small circles around the big circle. Once you have your circles drawn, it’s time to start scribbling! Use a black marker to fill in the big circle, and then use different colors of markers to fill in the small circles. To give your flowers some extra pizzazz, add a few green leaves.

For more creative and artistic fun, try these coloring games featuring intricate designs and patterns of flowers.

Blast off into outer space with this exciting easy drawing idea for kids – a rocket ship! Start by drawing a long, slender triangle for the rocket’s body. Then, add two smaller triangles at the bottom for the rocket’s thrusters. Next, draw a circle on top of the body for the cockpit. Don’t forget to add fins and flames from the thrusters to give it a fiery effect!

For more intergalactic adventures, explore these coloring games featuring spaceships, planets, and astronauts.

11. A Unicorn

Unicorns are magical creatures that have been captivating kids for centuries. To draw a unicorn, draw a large oval shape for the head. Then, add a small oval shape for the nose and two large oval shapes for the eyes. Next, draw a V-shaped line for the mouth and two curved lines for the eyebrows. Finally, add a mane and a horn.

12. A Dragon

Dragons are another popular subject for kids to draw. To start, draw a large oval shape for the head and a smaller oval shape for the body. Then, add two pointed shapes for the ears and a curved line for the mouth. Next, draw two long lines for the neck and four legs. Finally, add some scales to the dragon’s body and wings.

For more daring and adventurous creatures, explore these coloring games featuring an epic fantasy of dinosaurs.

13. A Mermaid

Mermaids are a popular choice among easy drawing ideas for kids. To draw a mermaid, start by drawing a round shape for the head. Then, add two small oval shapes for the eyes and a small curved line for the mouth. Next, draw a long fishtail instead of legs. Finally, add some details like hair and seashell clothes.

For more underwater wonders and marine life, dive into these coloring games featuring underwater creatures.

14. A Puppy

Puppies are so cute and cuddly; it’s no wonder they’re one of the most popular easy drawing ideas for kids. To draw a puppy, draw a big oval shape for the head. Then, add two small circles for the eyes and a small curved line for the mouth. Next, add two pointed shapes for the ears. And finally, add some details like a furry mane and four legs.

Check out these coloring games featuring animals for more adorable and fluffy friends to color.

15. A Self-Portrait

One of the best easy drawing ideas for kids is to draw a self-portrait! This is a great way to encourage kids to be creative, but it’s also an excellent way to practice observing themselves and their features.

To make it easy, start by having them draw a simple oval shape for the head. Then they can add details like the eyes, nose, mouth, and hair. They can also add some background details, like their favorite toy or pet.

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Kids love drawing, and it’s easy to see why. Drawing can be an excellent way for kids to express their creativity , whether doodling in class or working on an assignment at home. But sometimes, it can be hard to come up with easy drawing ideas for kids because there is so much inspiration ! If your child struggles to find something to draw, try one of these easy drawing ideas for kids discussed in the article.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can a seven-year-old draw.

There are easy drawing ideas for kids of all ages, some easy drawing ideas for seven-year-olds include animals like puppies and kittens, favorite cartoon characters, easy landscapes, and simple self-portraits.

How do you teach a child to draw?

One way to teach a child how to draw is to start with easy drawing ideas they can follow. You can also provide text-based guides or video tutorials for easy drawing ideas. You can introduce more challenging concepts as they get more comfortable with drawing.

What are easy things to draw for beginners?

Easy things to draw for beginners include simple shapes like circles, squares, and triangles. You can also have them draw easy objects like a sun, a moon, a tree, or a house. For more easy drawing ideas, check out the article!

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15 Fun One-Day Elementary Art Lesson Ideas

We have all been there, standing in the art room, wondering, “What do I do with my students today that will only take today ?” In addition, there is the desire for authentic learning and creativity, making the planning process seem very overwhelming.

In the elementary art room, the schedule can be rather unpredictable, to say the least. Often, students attend art once a week. This seemingly standard protocol can be interrupted by special events, snow days, substitute guest teachers, that last random day with students before summer break, and really—you name it. These challenges may necessitate one-day art experiences for student engagement.

Consider these fifteen one-day art prompts, activities, and practices for the elementary art room.

1. oops box.

Elementary art teacher Sarah Rough facilitates a TAB-based classroom for her students. One of her ongoing practices is an Oops Box. This box is where students put drawings they aren’t satisfied with for other students to discover later. A new student can be inspired by a misshapen cat form or a hand drawing that didn’t turn out “right.” The “oops” becomes part of someone else’s creative experience. By establishing a process ahead of time, students can be self-directed for one-day artmaking experiences. Read Beautiful Oops! by Barney Saltzberg to introduce the concept.

Sarah also has a Painted Papers bin for abandoned paintings. Students can discover papers to use in collage or as their own painting surface. Turning one person’s “oops” into another’s creativity may be a one-day experience but is a lesson that is transferable throughout life.

2. Shape Monsters

Many of us have some variation of the Oops Box or the Painted Papers bin. Scraps of paper seem to be everywhere in the art room. Establish a container for student artists to collect usable scraps of paper for other students to use in their work. Why not turn scraps of paper into monsters?

For this lesson, students locate a paper scrap that interests them. Glue the scrap to a background paper. Using drawing materials, turn the scrap shapes into monsters. The greatest thing about monsters is that they can take on any unique form. Embellish with google eye stickers for emphasis.

Some great reads to accompany these creative creatures are:

• If You’re a Monster and You Know It
• I Want a Monster!
• Monsters Love Colors

3. Calendar Monsters

Cut paper monsters aren’t the only monsters that students can explore. How about monsters drawn with permanent markers sneaking through photographic landscapes? Collect outdated landscape calendars or purchase a set from a dollar store. Students spend the class time using permanent markers and white gel pens to add monster figures to their chosen background. This is a great artmaking experience for home or at school. To read more about this lesson (with more similar ideas), check out the article 5 Lessons That Are Effective at Home or School .

4. Exquisite Corpse

The Exquisite Corpse is a famed Surrealist drawing exercise. Today, it can engage students for one day and inspire them for much longer. Students work in groups of three and fold rectangular papers into three sections. Each student draws the head of an animal, monster, or person in the first rectangle of their paper. They all fold their drawn portions over and pass their pages to the right. Then, each of the three draws a torso on the middle section, unknowing of what type of head lies beneath. The three students fold the torso beneath and pass their papers. In the final round, each student draws feet for the unknown figure below. After everyone is done, the figures are delightfully revealed. The students can add backgrounds, color, texture—or simply begin the fun process again.

Use the History of the Exquisite Corpse handout below to get started. For more resources like this, check out Digital Photography Basics found in FLEX Curriculum .

5. Jim Dine Hearts

A single day is a perfect opportunity to work on complicated yet necessary skills like cutting. Develop scissor challenges for students or a lesson in symmetrical cutting. It is surprising how many students do not know how to cut shapes, such as hearts, by folding a paper in half.

Introduce students to the heart-infused work of Jim Dine . Teach students how to cut out a symmetrical heart and tape this shape to black paper with a piece of masking tape. Students use oil pastels to draw lines and shapes that begin in the center of the heart and extend to the background. They can remove their cut paper, revealing a heart in the negative space. For more Jim Dine-inspired ideas, take a look at this article .

6. Pixel Magnets

Space Invader is a street artist who creates pixel characters out of ceramic tiles and hides them in locations around the world. Photocopy small grids of squares for students to develop their own pixelated characters using markers. The small scale allows students to try out different characters. The grids can be cut out and attached to a mat board with a magnet on the back. Students can move their invaders around onto magnetic surfaces. Alternatively, attach a pin to the mat board to make wearable street art.

If you want to take this lesson one step further, use the marker renderings as a reference for future paper mosaic invaders. Hide them throughout the school for students to discover.

7. Origami Boxes and Patterned Animals

While we enjoy origami, we may struggle to see how these skills fit into a more significant lesson. Take the day and inspire students to create their own future possibilities. Share an origami tutorial video with the class, hitting pause to check for understanding. An origami box has many transferable uses, including Instant Comfort Pocket Boxes . Try covering sheets of origami paper with hand-drawn designs to create origami animals with original patterns.

8. Penguins Don’t Wear Sweaters

Based on the true story of penguins on Phillip Island, Australia, this book chronicles the knitting efforts of well-meaning individuals worldwide. After an oil spill impacted penguins, knitters created tiny sweaters for the birds. Despite this fun challenge, the goal is always to provide a way for penguins to be naturally penguins in healthy, clean environments. Use this story as a catalyst to discuss conservation efforts and why people create art. Inspire students to design sweaters for penguins or other arctic animals.

9. Feathers for an Art Wings Installation

Provide each student with a feather reproduced on cardstock. Students decorate their feathers with colors, images, and designs that represent them as individuals. The feather becomes a self-portrait of each student and member of your school community. The feathers can later be combined to form a set of wings, speaking to the strength of the collective community. It’s also a great photo op for a school art show.

Some great reads to share with students are:

• Perfectly Norman (Big Bright Feelings)   by Tom Percival
• Wings by Christopher Myers
• After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)   by Dan Santat

10. Birds on Postcards

The artist Geninne Zlatkis is well known for her illustrations of birds. She works with and on various media, including vintage postcards. Pulling inspiration from this artist, provide students with postcards, permanent markers, and paint markers. Students use the postcards as a background matrix to create their own feathery friends.

11. Leaf Painting

Collect dried or fake leaves as a drawing surface. Students use paint markers and the elements of art to decorate this unconventional drawing surface. The leaves can stand alone mounted on paper or attached to a branch wrapped in yarn. For a more detailed discussion of this lesson and other artmaking experiences centered on trees, check out the article “When I Am Among the Trees”—8 Prompts to Inspire Artmaking .

12. Contests and Challenges

As art educators, we often hear about design competitions, including Doodle for Google or the school’s yearbook cover design contest. Use class time to explore principles of design and their application to create impactful compositions. Instead of sharing these opportunities in passing, discuss them intentionally.

I had the honor of helping to design a Google Doodle for Teacher Appreciation Week in 2018. You can learn more about my experience and share it with students by visiting this article .

13. Notes to Teachers

Print encouraging statements on cardstock or watercolor paper. Make sure the papers are cut to standard frame sizes. Prompt students to explore materials such as oil pastel and watercolor resist around the outside of the text. Frame these pieces as gifts for staff during Teacher Appreciation Week or other days or recognition. To learn about other ways to recognize teachers, check out the article Why Teacher Recognition Is So Important .

14. Blind Contour Drawing

Students practice their skills of observation and perseverance by engaging with blind contour drawing . Students study an object or one another and do their best not to look at their papers. Instead of focusing on perfection, they can learn about the item they are drawing. The final drawings can stand alone as works of art or prepare students for future artmaking endeavors.

15. Not a Box

The book Not a Box by Antoinette Portis sparks creative thinking when a bunny reimagines what a cardboard box can become. Provide students with printouts of various-sized squares or cubes and prompt them to think creatively about what these different shapes can become. Want to go even further? Students can transform actual small cardboard boxes into untold possibilities.

Assemble ahead of time by organizing resources, books, and supplies for possible one-day creative experiences in a single location. You never know when your preparedness will come in handy for those unexpected moments. The next time you face the challenge of engaging your students for a single day of meaningful artmaking, try one of these fifteen fun ideas.

What makes a one-day art lesson meaningful for your students? 

How can you prepare now for a one-day artmaking experience later?

What potential scheduling interruptions are on the horizon at your school that will necessitate a one-day art lesson?

Magazine articles and podcasts are opinions of professional education contributors and do not necessarily represent the position of the Art of Education University (AOEU) or its academic offerings. Contributors use terms in the way they are most often talked about in the scope of their educational experiences.

Jonathan Juravich

Jonathan Juravich, an elementary school art educator, is a former AOEU Writer. He is a social-emotional learning enthusiast and explores this essential concept with his students and fellow art educators.

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