Accepting imperfections art kids

This Collage Self-Portrait Art Project for kids uses loose parts to create a keepsake or Mother's Day Gift in Pre-K and Kindergarten

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.

Skills Building: I Am Enough (PK-2) Written by Grace Byers and Illustrated by Keturah A. BoboTEKS: Reading K.5(E); 1.6(E); 2.6(E); 3.6(E); 4.6(E); 5.6(E)Pre Reading QuestionsHave you ever felt like you weren’t good enough or felt bad about yourself?Is there anything you can do to make yourself feel better when you think this way?Think of one

Dual Self Portraits in Art Therapy

2nd grade students created a black & white background paper writing nice and positive words all over it in different directions, styles, and thickness. Then students choose the paper color to trace and cut out for their hand and wrist, as well as for the heart to hold. For more directions on this project visit a post from a few years back: Hand holding Heart. This is also a great PBIS lesson to talk about positive, happy, and kind words.

Paint, draw, sculpt, and learn about famous artists and their art.

Mini Artist - Encouraging Kids To Create Without Fear is an unconventional, straightforward kid's book. Full of colorful words & illustrations that encouraging kids to let go of their fear of making mistakes & trust their abilities. Ideal for children who struggle with perfectionism, self-doubt and fear when it comes to creativity! 36 pages, Ages: 5 and up. (2) pages included where kids can leave drawings of their own. Measures: 8.5 " x 11" It is a fun book for parents, teachers, and…

There’s a reason children are encouraged to draw and paint at a young age. One of the most important reasons for this is to develop the critical motor skills.