First week of school art projects

In 2008, I developed a self-portrait art lesson to help students express both their inner and outer selves, combining drawing, collage, and typography. I recently updated the project to include techniques like mixing skin tones, understanding facial proportions, and depicting diverse hair textures. This refreshed lesson not only enhances students' artistic skills but also encourages self-expression and identity exploration; find the full lesson plan on my website or TpT store.

Looking for a fun and frugal October craft for kids? Try making ghost family portraits from cardboard! This easy recycled art project is perfect for kids of all ages. Using scrap supplies and simple techniques, children can create imaginative ghost art that's both cute and eco-friendly. Get step-by-step instructions for this enjoyable Halloween-themed activity that's great for home or school. | Ghost craft | Ghost art | October themes | Recycled crafts for kids | from barley & birch

Student self-portraits using watercolor are a great first week of school activity. It's also a fun project to repeat at the end of the school year. Read all about how to use this fun idea in the classroom.

This week was our first week back and, boy am I tired! My class is great though...very inquisitive and eager to learn. They take their work seriously and are actively working most of the day. Who could ask for more?? We did quite a few things this week, but I want to share with you one "get to know you" project we did that really came out great. I seriously can't stop staring at it! I saw this pin on Pinterest. I love how it looks and thought it would make a great welcome sign. Now, on the…

An elementary art teacher blog with art projects and lessons, DIY projects and outfit photos as well as clothing I have made myself.

36 Elementary Art Lessons for Kids - one for every week of the school year! Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, scout leaders, and parents!

Inside you'll find an easy step-by-step Back to School art Project tutorial video. Stop by and grab yours for free.

Keisha L. Casiano on Instagram: "Exploring the "Write" Way to Art!📝 Who knew a simple pencil could lead to a LINE-tastic adventure? 🤣 From straight-laced to curvy chaos, we've scribbled our way through it all with first grade 😄✏️✨ Project from my home girl @howgraythouart❤️😍 #arteducation #artteacher #elementaryartteacher #education #teachersofinstagram #weareteacher"

Keisha L. Casiano | Get ready to color outside the lines with our latest masterpiece! 🖍️🌈 We've taken crayons to a whole new level in our art project. From… | Instagram

How about a fun, no-prep bulletin board project you can do with your elementary students that's low cost and low fuss?