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Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

A checklist of art class supplies is displayed on a clipboard next to various colorful art materials like scissors, markers, and paper—perfect for any elementary art classroom.

Art Supply List for Elementary Art Class

Do you need a printable art supply list for elementary art? Are you stocking up a brand-new art room or simply looking for some recommended art supplies for kids? Ordering art supplies can be overwhelming when you don’t…

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  • August 8, 2025
A colorful, zigzag-folded paper art piece featuring hand-drawn words, patterns, and images like stars, a sun, and a painter’s palette—perfect for all about me or back to school art projects.

10 Back to School Art Projects | All About Me

All About Me art projects are great for Back to School! Here are 10 (actually more!) awesome Back to School art projects to get to know your students and ease into the school year. Why plan Back to…

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  • August 4, 2025
Children's book titled "MousterWorks" by Angela C. Hawkins, featuring a mouse painting a version of "Girl with a Pearl Earring" on the cover, with art icons and text above.

Art History Children’s Book | MousterWorks by Angela C. Hawkins

Are you looking for a fun art history children’s book? MousterWorks is an awesome new book that connects with art history! You will love this very fun book by Angela C. Hawkins. About 5 years ago, Angela contacted…

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  • July 29, 2025
Colorful hand-drawn doodle art, including flowers, hearts, peace signs, and a cat, are labeled “Crayon Transfer Doodles” against a blue background—perfect inspiration for your next art project.

Crayon Transfer Doodle Art Project

Crayon Transfers – Fun End-of-Year Activity Are you looking for a one-day, quick and easy end of year art activity? This crayon transfer activity is perfect for those odd days where you have one class period before a…

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  • May 22, 2025

Art Award Certificate- Free Printable!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Just a quick note that on Tuesday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 7 all resources in my TPT shop will be 25% off! Use coupon code: Thankyou25 As the end of the school year…

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  • May 6, 2025
Two colorful drawings perfect for an Earth Day art project. The left illustrates kids' interpretations of Earth's elements: fire, water, air, and earth. The right showcases diverse landscapes under a bright blue sky and sun.

Earth Day Art Project for Kids

Are you looking for a fun Earth Day art project that would work for a variety of ages? This one was a hit with my students- with so many creative variations! Earth Day Art Project for Kids I…

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  • April 6, 2025
This vibrant abstract artwork, reminiscent of a joyful art project, showcases overlapping geometric shapes in pink, yellow, blue, and red. Patterns like stripes, polka dots, and hearts bring a playful touch akin to designs crafted with colorful washi tape.

Washi Tape Art Project for Kids

This is another project that is abstract and involves sticky materials! This washi tape art project is always a hit with kids! It uses two very fun art materials: patterned washi tape and Kwik Stix paint sticks. Many…

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  • March 3, 2025
Abstract artwork with irregular shapes in pink, blue, and purple, interspersed with colored circles on a white background.

Vinyl Sticker Art Project – Modern Abstract Art

Have you ever made vinyl sticker art? I saw an amazing idea to use vinyl sticker sheets (like the kind you use for a Cricut machine) on this post by Helloroscreates on Instagram. Cutting these into shapes is…

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  • February 28, 2025
Nine colorful Super Bright paint markers are lined up, perfect for kids and budding artists. The top of the image features the text, "Art Supplies to Try with sample projects," decorated with rainbows.

Fun Art Supplies for Kids with Art Projects to Try!

I wanted to share a few awesome art supplies for kids that I either recently discovered or just really love. I’m always on the lookout to spice things up in the art room. I know some budgets are…

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  • February 24, 2025
Colorful paper mittens with patterns like spirals, hearts, and stars create a charming match on the blue background adorned with paper snowflakes—a delightful matching mittens art project.

Matching Mittens Art Project with Free Templates

Matching Mittens Art Project This is a fun winter art project that allows students to use their creativity to make matching mittens, exploring symmetry and balance! I have been doing this art project for years and years and…

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  • February 16, 2025
Timed Collage: A vibrant paper cut-out composition features overlapping yellow and blue rectangles against a backdrop of wavy, vertical strips in black, blue, teal, and magenta.

Timed Collage Prompts with Eric Scott

Encouraging Creativity with Timed Collage! Are you trying to incorporate art into your daily routine? Are you looking for ways to encourage creativity in your students? A timed collage prompt might just be something for you to try!…

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  • February 2, 2025
Colorful patchwork art with pink, purple, and red squares decorated with hearts, stars, and spirals. Features vibrant feathers along the edges, resembling a paper weaving masterpiece.

Free Paper Weaving Template- Paper Weaving with Kids Tutorial

Are you looking for an easy way to do paper weaving with kids? Are you not wanting to cut all those mats for your students? In this tutorial, I will show you how to make a paper weaving…

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  • January 29, 2025
A selection of children's books on a gradient background, featuring titles like "It's Okay to Be Different," "Elmer," and "The Shape of My Heart." Each book boasts colorful, engaging covers and inspires art projects that beautifully complement the stories within.

Art Projects that Go Along with Children’s Books

What are some art projects that go along with children’s books? Here are 10 art projects that go along with children’s books!  I love to include children’s books in my art lessons.  It’s a great “hook” to capture…

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  • January 21, 2025
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Cover of "I Love Lunar New Year" by Eva Wong Nava and Xin Li. Features a child holding a dragon decoration against a festive red and gold background with lanterns.

Lunar New Year Art Projects and Book | Chinese New Year

Hello! Are you looking for some fun art projects to do during January? The Lunar New Year is coming up Wednesday, January 29, 2025 this year. I have a few fun art projects planned for some of my…

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  • January 8, 2025
A whimsical collage of 15 winter-themed art projects for kids, showcasing easy art projects with snowmen, trees, and snowflakes in vibrant styles and colors.

15 Winter Art Projects for Kids

Hey, Elementary Art Teachers! Are you looking for some fun winter art projects for kids to do right now?  I have lots of winter art projects I have done over the years.  Save this blog post, because you can look…

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  • January 4, 2025
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Helpful Line Handout

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