Lesson Plans

Study the complex, geometric ornamentation of Islamic art. Discover intricate, authentic Zillij designs using math and a

What’s inside a lizard? Or a cat, bird, or even yourself? Imagine you have X-ray eyes. Show bright bones and opaque orga

How can older students make a difference in the lives of younger ones? Create and share interactive storybooks to bring

Honor Unknown Soldiers with a memorial. Make a replica of a landmark tomb or design an original structure.

Use Crayola® Colored Pencils and Crayons to display the chemical elements of the periodical table on large, colorful inf

The power and devastation of volcanoes ensures their place within the mythology of many cultures throughout history. Cre

Create a plan for a neighborhood walking trail or other public facility. Improve recreational opportunities for people a

Imagine you could put on someone else’s comfortable shoes. What would you see if you were walking in an unfamiliar place

Create a fitting tribute to explorers of the high seas. Design tiny sailing ships in a recycled plastic bottle.

Who could use a helping hand in your family, neighborhood, or school? Put together coupon books for doing good deeds for

Da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man sketch is one of his most iconic works. In this lesson students are inspired to create their ow

Andy Warhol’s paintings and prints of food are iconic examples of the Pop-art movement. Here students create their own P

Let’s make a deal! Explore the use of symmetry and pattern seen on wampum treaty belts. Design a treaty belt of your own

Students get to know each other better when they create a 3-D self-portrait.

Discover the joy of cooking ethnic recipes! Compile a multicultural class cookbook using metric measurements.

Experiment with water drops to see how molecules stick to themselves! Delicate Water Striders take advantage of surface

Students learn the definition of texture through discussion and experiencing a series of Crayola® Crayon rubbings of fou

Add dimension to a painting by using a craft stick and Crayola® Texture Mixing Medium to create a textured masterpiece.

Kites are fascinating. From a simple celebration of spring to a springboard into topics such as aerodynamics, weather, o

Stop using the same old lines! Mix up your lines with these texture techniques used by the master, Leonardo da Vinci.

Students and teacher share the book "Thank You Day" by Farrah McDoogle. Students draw pictures of people they would like

Poems and pictures portray our gratitude for Earth's natural resources.

Hear, read, write, draw and talk about scientist and inventor Thomas Alva Edison.

Heroes and heroines are people who step up to help in stressful, challenging times. Students connect with helpers by cre