Fifth graders identify specific works of art as belonging to particular cultures, times, & places, recognize & apply elements of art, learn techniques for working with each material, critique artwork, & discuss how artwork...

Students describe the function of art in daily life in various cultures. They describe ways that works of art produce feelings that enable viewers to reflect on their own responses to art.

Students explore color terms and related meanings and metaphors in cultural and literary contexts. They use the main colors to explore synonymous color terms and related metaphorical meanings of color words. Students recognize the...

Students examine the processes and beliefs used by different cultures to create works of art. Using the internet, they research the types of arts used by cultures that have been transmitted to future generations. They use recycled...

Ninth graders discuss life of Lucas Samaras, identify familial, cultural, and personal characteristics, and create 3-dimensional containers exploring external and internal characteristics

Young scholars explore Greek culture. In this Greek art lesson, students identify Greek art and create their own piece of art. Young scholars view the Black-Figure Neck Amphora and discuss its details. Students then sketch their own art...

Students create power figures. In this visual arts lesson, students design and build their own sculptures that replicate those made by the Songye in Zaire, Africa.

Students define the term neoclassism and locate examples of it in furniture design. They research and explain the role of the wardrobe in viceregal Mexico. Pupils compare and contrast the use of wardrobes as storage in the earlier...

Learners create abstract art using acrylic paints and canvas in this lesson provided by Oregon Public Broadcasting. The lesson includes information on abstract art and video links.

Students create a drawing from a written description to examine images of China in European art. In this art analysis instructional activity, students create a visual image from a written description of an object. Students compare their...

Students explore the unique population of Alaska. For this Native people of Alaska lesson, students discover the three groups of people who live in Alaska. Students describe the similiarities and differences between the three groups....

Japanese architecture is rich in symbolism and culture. Critical thinkers engage in three activities intended to expose them to the beauty of Japan. They read through the book, Praise of Shadows by Junichiro Tanizaki and watch the...

A picture can speak louder than words. An interesting lesson introduces the themes of social justice and diversity to young learners by having them create artwork. Scholars create collages from a variety of sources to showcase what...

Artists employ a basic metalworking technique by embossing lines and textures into a soft metal. They look for examples of embossed metals in historical and contemporary examples. This fascinating process has been used by many cultures...

Celebrate Mardi Gras in style with beautiful sparkling masks! Class members use provided materials to create their own Mardi Gras masks and then don their costumes for a fun masquerade.

Learners identify personal traits. In this autobiographical art lesson plan, students read the book Whoever You Are and use art supplies to create a body cut-out of themselves. Learners include physical characteristics on their cut out.

Artists imitate the symbols used by tribes of the Southwest or use their own word pictures that communicate something about themselves. This instructional activity is a perfect blend of visual art and social studies. Students create a...

Middle schoolers study a commercial art form and explore its historic and social meaning. They apply linear color to a shape, bending and forming the lines in much the same way a sign artist would form glass tubing. They design their own...

Master the art of salsa dancing in the comfort of your own home (or classroom) with a high-quality and easy-to-follow series of videos. An instructor and his partner demonstrate all the basic steps, and a whole rhythm section gives...

Students develop an understanding of how African culture impacted modern dance in the United States.

Students view ceramic vessels from different time periods and cultures, and discuss their meanings, functions, and original contexts.

Students fill out worksheets where they analyze and provide information about different artists, visual art, art techniques, design, and more. For this art lesson plan, students complete 8 worksheets.

Eighth graders examine Native American art. In this mask making instructional activity, 8th graders compare mask making traditions among different cultures. Students watch a demonstration of mask making and construct a mask of their own.

Students investigate Canadian culture by examining mascots of the 2010 Olympics.  For this Canadian history lesson, students read a Vancouver Olympics guide to identify three Canadian mascots and their importance to the First...