Clay elementary projects

Ms. D on Instagram: "New project got started with #kindergarten this week! Students are experimenting with clay and learning how to create a clay, slab #penguin 🐧 Since we don’t have a kiln we are using air dry clay from @crayola and will paint them with acrylics and India ink. I’ll add a clear protective spray to help strengthen the clay when students are finished. Project inspired by @cassie_stephenz clay slab birds. … #artteacher #artteachersofinstagram #artteachersofig #iteachart…

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In my clay book, Clay Lab for Kids, I created this Fairy Door project. I decided to do it recently with my fourth grade students. We needed a short project (30 minute class, if possible...although most needed 2 classes) and one that would be a hit. We call them Mystery Creature door to allow the kids to really get the wheels turning on just what lies behind their door. I created a video in case you'd like to do this lesson with your students! Stay tuned on how we plan to finish these…

Art lessons for kids ages 5-12 - fresh from the art room!

These adorable clay aquariums and terrariums have been a welcome change to my 3rd grade clay curriculum - everyone really loves them! This l...