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Abstract Gold Sculpture Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the work of renowned sculptor, Richard Hunt, this art lesson will help young artists develop basic sculpting techniques. Step-by-step photographs demonstrate the basic techniques for creating an abstract sculpture.
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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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Graffiti Name Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the art of Jean-Michel Basquiat, our Graffiti Name Art Lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to the art element of texture and shape. While the art lesson was designed for students in grades 5-6, it can be tailored to use with older students.
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Abstract Textured Line Art Lesson

$2.99

Inspired by the dynamic work of prolific artists, Mildred Thompson, this lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to the Elements of Design.

This Resource Includes:

1. Lesson Prep

2. Abstract Textured Line Art Lesson

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Royal Symbol Design Art Lesson

$4.99

Thanks for purchasing our Royal Symbol Design Art Lesson. Inspired by Hale Woodruff’s painting Celestial Gate, this art lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-5 and can be tailored to use with different grade levels. Explore our website to find more art resources inspired by Hale Woodruff.

 

This Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Royal Symbol Art Lesson (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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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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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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Family Reunion Collage Art Lesson

$5.50

Celebrate summer fun with this art lesson inspired by the art of prolific artist Synthia Saint James and the children's picture book, Family Reunion by Chad & Dad Richardson and Ashleigh Corrin. While the lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-5, it 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
  • Family Reunion Collage 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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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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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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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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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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Elizabeth Catlett Art Lesson Set

$5.99
This exciting art lesson set is inspired by the art of great artist, Elizabeth Catlett. There are three art lessons in this set:

1. Art History Question Activity Sheet
2. Re-imagine Her Work Drawing Activity
3. Symbol of Pride Paper Mache Sculpture Lesson Plan (with colored step-by-step photographs
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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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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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Art Pictionary Activity

$1.99
Drawing picture examples are a great way to learn new words. Students will enjoy creating picture "definitions" of art vocabulary they learn
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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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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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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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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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Kehinde Wiley Inspired Sportswear Design Art Lesson

$3.99
This art lesson is a great way to introduce young artists in grades 6-12 to the art of Kehinde Wiley and sportswear fashion illustration. 
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Graffiti Name Art Lesson

$3.99
Inspired by the art of Jean-Michel Basquiat, our Graffiti Name Art Lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to the art element of texture and shape. While the art lesson was designed for students in grades 5-6, it can be tailored to use with older students.
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Art Pencils Practice Activity

$2.99
Our simple Art Pencils Activity sheet helps students to develop shading skills while using various art pencils. Make sure to purchase the Art Pencil Poster that compliments this activity sheet.
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4 Basic Shading Techniques

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This shading activity is based on our popular 4 Basic Shading Techniques poster. Students will develop shading abilities by practicing 4 basic shading techniques.
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3D Spider's Colorful Web Art Lesson

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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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Maasai Inspired Necklace Art Lesson

$3.99
Young artists will enjoy creating this African Maasai inspired necklace. This resource includes step-by-step photographs and lesson tips. While the lesson is designed for students in grade 3-5, it can be tailored to use with other grade levels.
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Soft Portrait Art Lesson

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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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Dr. King Quilt Design Art Lesson

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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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Abstract Draped Sculpture Art Lesson

$5.50

Thanks for purchasing our Abstract Draped Sculpture Art Lesson. This lesson is inspired by the art of prolific artist Sam Gilliam. While the lesson was designed for young artists in grades 4-8, it 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
  • Abstract Draped Sculpture 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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Zinnia Flower Print Art Lesson

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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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Juneteenth Commemorative Plate Art Lesson

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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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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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Printmaking

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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Heart Shaped Adinkra Collagraph Art Lesson

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Help young artists develop a better understanding of collagraph printmaking with our Heart Shaped Adinkra Collagraph Art Lesson. While this lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-6, it can be tailored to use with other grade levels. Explore our website to find more great art lessons and resources.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep & Tips
  • Heart Shaped Adinkra Symbols Chart
  • Heart Shaped Adinkra Collagraph Art Lesson (with photos)


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Family Photo Print Art Lesson

Sculpture

Figure of Strength Sculpture Art Lesson

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Up-cycle those empty water bottles with this art lesson. Inspired by the sculptures of prolific artist, Sargent Claude Johnson, this lesson is a creative way for young artists to study the art element of form.

This Resource Includes:

1. Lesson Prep

2. Figure of Strength Sculpture Art Lesson

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African Comb Sculpture Art Lesson

$3.99
This lesson is a great way to introduce young artists to African culture and help develop their sculpting skills. Inspired by sculptural African combs and Adinka symbols, this lesson will enhance your overall multicultural art curriculum.

This Resource Includes:
-Teacher Prep Tips
-African Comb Sculpture Art Lesson with step-by-step photos
-Adinkra Symbols Sheet
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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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Faux Marble Sculpture Art Lesson

$4.99

 Inspired by Elizabeth Catlett’s  marble sculpture, Torso, 2008, this lesson will help young artists develop their carving skills. While this lesson was designed for young artists in primary grades, it can be tailored to use with older artists. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to find more art lessons, resources and tips.


This Resource Includes:

·      Lesson Prep/Tips

·      Faux Marble Sculpture Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos)

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Abstract Wood Sculpture Art Lesson

$4.99

Inspired by the art of Martin Puryear, this lesson was designed for young artists in grades 3-12. This is a great art lesson to add to your STEAM curriculum. Explore our website to find more art resources and tips.


This Resource Includes:

  • Lesson Prep/Tips
  • Abstract Wood Sculpture Art Lesson (with step-by-step photos of how we created our sculpture)


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Faux Plaster Relief Art Lesson

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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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