Texture elementary art lesson

This monoprint project is full of texture & color. Grab the crayon and sandpaper and dig into this fun printmaking process for kids!

This project was done almost at the end of our second quarter. Oh how they have improved since the beginning of the year! We viewed m...

Let's dive into Teaching the Elements of Art to Kids! Teaching the elements of art to elementary school children can be a rewarding and challenging experience for educators. The elements of art are the building blocks that form the foundation of visual arts. These elements include line, shape, form, space, texture, value, and color.

Free Jellyfish art tutorial for kids and adults! This stunning jelly can be recreated with a few watercolors and a bit of clear glue. This mixed media art project creates lots of interesting textures and designs that are sure to delight your students.

Would you like to paint without using any paint? Try yarn painting!

I did learned this technique from my co-worker Jayne, who taught it during summer school last year. I think drawing on tin foil is a unique experience for kids that can be done using a variety of themes! My third and fourth graders had a great time making these abstract drawings using Sharpie markers on tin foil. To prepare the surface, pull out a sheet of tin foil and carefully flatten it on to a piece of cardboard or matboard. … Read more... →

These texture rubbings translate actual textures into bold patterns using oil pastel and tissue paper. Learn about texture, rhythm, & contrast!

Use this free printable to to learn about different types of texture in art. Show kids the difference between implied texture & actual texture the easy way!

These texture crafts are perfect for exploring the different textures around us! They're ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.