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Animals

3D Spider's Colorful Web Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the children's book, The Spider Weaver: A Legend of Kente Cloth written by Margaret Musgrove and illustrated by Julia Cairns, this lesson is a fun way to explore various mediums in art. Young artists will enjoy creating this colorful multimedia collage. Visit www,artforthecreativesoul.com to find more fun art resources.

This Art Lesson Includes:
1. Teacher Lesson Prep Tips
2. Lesson Plan with step-by-step photographs
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Colorful Batik Elephant Art Lesson

$2.50
This colorful art lesson will enhance young art students understanding of texture. Inspired by the fun book, Red Yellow Blue and a Littile White, Too! written and illustrated by C.G. Esperanza, this lesson will also be a great way to introduce students to the color wheel. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com for more great art resources.

This Lesson Includes:
- Teacher Lesson Prep Tips
- Colorful Batik Elephant art lesson with step-by-step photographs
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Colorful Dove for MLK Art Lesson

$3.99

This art lesson is inspired by the picture book, Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song. While this lesson is designed for students in grades 2-5, it can be tailored to use with other grade levels. Make sure to explore our website to find more great art resources featuring Dr. Martin Luther King.

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Fish on the Move Art Lesson

$3.99
This fun art lesson is inspired by the painting "Chinese Kites" created by talented artist Ellis Wilson. Students will enjoy creating this resist watercolor painting.
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Flashy Lion Art Lesson

$3.99

Inspired by the painting Lion Licking His Paw by Henry Ossawa Tanner and the children’s picture book, Little Red and The Very Hungry Lion by Alex T. Smith, this lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-5. You can also tailor it to use with other grades.

 

This Art Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Flashy Lion Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)

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Buildings

1 Pt. Perspective Drawing Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the "neighborhood" paintings by the artist, Allan Crite, this lesson has a step-by-step tutorial sheet to help students create a 1 pt. perspective drawing. Each step uses simple lines and shapes. This lesson also includes a detailed lesson plan.


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Neighborhood Clay Tile Art Lesson

$2.00

Inspired by Synthia Saint James' beautiful book, Sunday, this lesson is a great way to help young artists develop an understanding of colors and shapes in art. 


This Lesson Includes:

* Lesson Prep & Tips

* Lesson Plan with step-by-step photos

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Tiny House Art Lesson

$4.99

Our Tiny House Art Lesson is inspired by the prolific art of Clementine Hunter and the children’s picture book Grandma’s Tiny House written by Janay Brown-Wood, illustrated by Priscilla Burris. While this lesson was designed for young artists ages 4-6, it can be tailored to use with older children. Visit our website to find more art tips and resources.


This Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Tiny House Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)

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Neighborhood Collage Art Lesson

$5.50
Our Neighborhood Collage Art Lesson is inspired by the art of Allan Crite. This art lesson is designed for young artists in grades 2-5 and can be tailored to use with other grade levels. Explore our website to find more art resources inspired by Allan Crite.

This Resource Includes:
·      Lesson Prep/Tips
·      Neighborhood Collage Art Lesson (with step-by-step pictures)
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Colorful House Art Lesson

$5.99

This lesson was designed for young artists ages 4-6 and can be tailored to use with older students. This lesson was inspired by the art of Beverly Buchanan.

 

This Resource Includes:

·     Lesson Prep/Tips

·     Colorful House Print Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos )

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Flowers

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Zinnia Flower Print Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the zinnia paintings by renowned artist, Clementine Hunter, this art lesson is a great way to introduce young artist to basic
​printmaking. This art lesson includes step-by-step photos and works well with elementary students.
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Rose Relief Bouquet Art Lesson

$4.99

 Inspired by the beautiful floral paintings created by Vivian Schuyler Key, this art lesson is a great way for young artists to develop a better understanding of unity in art . Explore our website to find more art resources and tips.


This Resources Includes:

  • Lesson Prep Tips
  • Rose Relief Bouquet Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)
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Juneteenth

Juneteenth Commemorative Plate Art Lesson

$3.99

Our newest art lesson is inspired by Juneteenth. Use this art lesson as an individual or group project.


This Resource Include:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • Juneteenth Commemorative Plate Art Lesson
  • Plate Stand Template
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Juneteenth Coloring Set

$4.99

Celebrate Juneteeth with this coloring set. There are four coloring sheets displaying symbols for this important time in American history. This set can be used along with your Juneteenth curriculum and works for ages 4 to adult.


This Set Includes 4 Designs:

  • Hibiscus Flower
  • Juneteenth Flag
  • Freedom Fist with Broken Chain
  • Juneteenth Logo Design
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Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa Postage Stamp Art Lesson

$3.99
This art lesson is a great way to introduce students to the cultural holiday Kwanzaa through the creation of a postage stamp design.

​The lesson includes:
Kwanzaa Postage Stamp Layout Sheets
Lesson Plan with step-by-step photos
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Kwanzaa Inspired Paper Candle Art Lesson

$2.99
This colorful art lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to the cultural holiday Kwanzaa. This lesson includes step-by-step photos on how to complete this project.
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Kwanzaa Necklace Art Lesson

$2.99


Create a simple and fun, open ended necklace, while teaching about Kwanzaa with this art lesson. Young artists can also turn their designs into bracelets. Feel free to tailor the lesson to fit each group. (Lesson includes step-by-step photos)

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Kwanzaa Bracelet Cuff Art Lesson

$3.99

Create a colorful handmade gift for Kwanzaa with this simple and fun art lesson. This activity was designed for young artists in grades K-12. Explore our website to find more fun art resources for Kwanzaa. This art resource includes:

  • Lesson Prep and Tips
  • Kwanzaa Bracelet Cuff Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)
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Kwanzaa Inspired Bulletin Board Trim

$2.50
This colorful bulletin board trim is inspired by the colors of Kwanzaa. 

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Kwanzaa Symbols Coloring Set

$4.99

Celebrate Kwanzaa with our new Kwanzaa Symbols Coloring Set. This art resource will work for all ages and includes 1 coloring sheet for each of the seven principles/symbols of Kwanzaa. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to find more art resources and tips connected to Kwanzaa

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Landscape/Seascape

Moonlight Seascape Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the art of Edward Mitchell Bannister, this art lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to his work. While this lesson caters to students in grades 3-12, it can be tailored to use with younger students. The lesson also has cross-curricular connections to science. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to fine more great art tips and resources!

This Resource Includes:
* Lesson Plan with step-by-step photographs
* Artist Images
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Nature Inspired Collage & Poem Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by Autumn and the beautiful book, Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poetry, by Kwame Alexander, this is a great cross-curricular art lesson for young artists. Talented visual artist, Ekua Holmes created the beautiful illustrations in this book. The lesson includes color step-by-step photos and can be tailored to use with artists of all grades.
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Dreamy Landscape Art Lesson

$5.99

Our Dreamy Landscape Art Lesson is inspired by the landscape painting entitled Morris Heights created by prolific artist May Howard Jackson. While the lesson was designed for young artists in grades 4-8, it can be tailored to use with different grades. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to find more art tips and resources.


This Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Dreamy Landscape Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)

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MLK

Dr. King Quilt Design Art Lesson

$4.99

Commemorate MLK Day with this fun art lesson. Inspired by Faith Ringgold’s piece, Coming to Jones Road Tanka #3:  Martin Luther King, this art lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-5 and can be tailored to use with other ages. Explore our website to find more great art resources, tips and activities related to MLK day.


This Art Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Dr. King Quilt Design Art Lesson (with photos)

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MLK Shine Your Light Art Lesson

$3.99

Celebrate the life of Dr. King with this colorful art lesson. Inspired by the fantastic children's book Let Freedom Sing by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, this art activity, is great way for young artists to develop simple printing skills.

This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • MLK Shine Your Light Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)
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Colorful Dove for MLK Art Lesson

$3.99

This art lesson is inspired by the picture book, Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song. While this lesson is designed for students in grades 2-5, it can be tailored to use with other grade levels. Make sure to explore our website to find more great art resources featuring Dr. Martin Luther King.

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Mrs. Coretta Scott King Coloring Page

$2.50

This coloring sheet features the renowned civil rights leader, Mrs. Coretta Scott King. Use this resource for students of all ages.

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More Holidays

Faux Stained Glass Greeting Card Art Lesson

$3.99

Inspired by the floral paintings of prolific artist, Lois Mailou Jones, this art lesson is a great way reinforce an understanding of the Elements and Principles of Design. While the lesson is designed for young artists in grades 3-5, it can be tailored to use with other grade levels. Make sure to explore the other resources we offer that feature Lois Mailou Jones

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Barbershop Sign Father's Day Card Art Lesson

$5.50

Thanks for purchasing our Barbershop Sign Father’s Day Card Art Lesson. Inspired by the hand painted barbershop signs from West Africa, this art lesson is a great tool for young artists in grades 3-8 to practice their portrait drawing skills.Explore our website to find more great art tips and resources.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • Barbershop Sign Father's Day Card Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)
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Portrait & Heart Print Art Lesson

$5.99

Our Portrait & Heart Print Art Lesson can help young artists develop printmaking skills. Inspired by the work of prolific artist Kerry James Marshall, this lesson was designed for students in grades 3+. Explore our website to find more great art lessons and resources.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep & Tips
  • Portrait & Heart Print Art Lesson (with photos)
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Classy Ladies in Hats Coloring Set

$6.99

Have fun creating colorful designs with our new Classy Ladies in Hats Coloring Set. This set work for artists of all ages and includes 5 original designs by Alicia L. McDaniel Just purchase, download and print the designs for your creative enjoyment. Make sure to also purchase our Sophisticated Ladies in Hats Coloring Book.

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People/Portrait

Upside Down Value Portrait

$3.99
Inspired by the beautiful portraits of Charles White, this lesson focuses on drawing a portrait upside down so that the student can focus on the tones and the shapes from a photo reference.

This lesson includes:
1. Lesson Prep Directions
2. Value Shading Activity
3. Upside Portrait Lesson Plan (with step-by-step photos)
4. Post-Lesson Art Pictionary Activity
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Ada Twist Scientist Inspired Portrait Lesson

$2.99
Our latest art resource is inspired by the popular children's book, Ada Twist, Scientist. This art lesson plan includes step-by-step photos.
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Red Rose Portrait Art Lesson

$3.99
This cool art lesson is inspired by the picture book, A Sweet Smell of Roses written by Angela Johnson and illustrated by Eric Velasquez. While it is designed for young artists in grades 6-12, it can be tailored to use with younger students. 

This Resource Includes:
1. Lesson Preps/Presentation
2. Red Rose Portrait Lesson with step-by-step photos
3. ​Simple Rose Tutorial Sheet
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Football Hero Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the children's book, Don't Throw It To Mo!, our latest art resource is a great way to introduce young artist to movement in art.

This Resource Includes:
- Lesson Presentation Tips
- Football Hero Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)
- How To Draw A Football Player Tutorial Sheet
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Geometric Fashion Portrait Art Lesson

$3.99

Inspired by Earl Hill's lovely painting, Beulah's World, this art lesson is a fun way for young artists to practice their portrait drawing and fashion design skills.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep Tips
  • Geometric Fashion Portrait Art Lesson
  • Lesson Templates


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Soft Portrait Art Lesson

$3.99

Inspired by the prolific artist Varnette Honeywood and the children's book Jamilah Loves to Talk About Art by Alicia L. McDaniel, this lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-5. Feel free to tailor this lesson to use with younger or older students.

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Colorful Portrait Art Lesson

$4.99

Our Colorful Portrait Art Lesson is inspired by the prolific art of Amy Sherald and the children’s picture book Parker Looks Up: An Extraordinary Moment by Jessica Curry and Parker Curry, illustrated by Brittany Jackson. While the lesson was designed for young artists ages 4-6, it can be tailored to use with older children. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to find more art tips and resources.


This Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Colorful Portrait Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)

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Barbershop Sign Father's Day Card Art Lesson

$5.50

Thanks for purchasing our Barbershop Sign Father’s Day Card Art Lesson. Inspired by the hand painted barbershop signs from West Africa, this art lesson is a great tool for young artists in grades 3-8 to practice their portrait drawing skills.Explore our website to find more great art tips and resources.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • Barbershop Sign Father's Day Card Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)
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Swimming Pool Collage Art Lessons

$7.50

Celebrate summer with these art lessons inspired by the art of prolific artist Derrick Adams and the children’s picture book Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall. While the lesson was designed for young artists in grades PreK-1 and grades 2-5, they can be tailored to use with different grades. Explore our website to find more great art tips and resources.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • 2 Swimming Pool Collage Art Lessons (with step-by-step photos)


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Family Collage Art Lesson

$2.99
Inspired by Ellis Wilson's painting entitled, Four Sisters, our latest art lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to elements of design such as texture and shape.

This Resource Include:
-Teacher Prep Tips
-Family Collage Art Lesson with step-by-step photos
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African Inspired Fashion Lesson

$4.99
This fun lesson provides colorful step-by-step photos on how to create a fashion illustration that has an African patterned flair. A concise glossary and fashion template are included.
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Faux Plaster Relief Art Lesson

$5.99

This Faux Plaster Relief Art Lesson is inspired by the relief sculpture entitled The Three Kings, created by prolific artist Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller. While the lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-8, it can be tailored to use with different grades. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to find more art tips and resources.

This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • Faux Plaster Relief Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)


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Still Life/Food

Transportation

Colorful Bus Art Lesson

$3.99

Inspired by Ellis Wilson's painting, Haitian Campion, this art lesson is great for young artists to develop their drawing skills. The lesson also compliments the book, Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena.


This Resource Includes:

Lesson Prep/Tips

Colorful Bus Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)

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Great Art Lessons for the Creative Soul

$25.00
This collection of exciting lesson plans are inspired by the work of eleven prominent African-American artists; including Jacob Lawrence and Faith Ringgold. The lessons are illustrated with colorful step-by-step photographs and include cross-curricular connections. In addition to the artist background information in each lesson, the book contains a concise glossary, templates and a wonderful student gallery. This resource is perfect for helping to develop a multi-cultural art curriculum and can be easily used by a variety of educators ranging from classroom teachers to homeschool educators and/ or college instructors.
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