Art lessons by grade

7th Grade Art Lessons

7th Grade artists are ready for observation drawing, value, design choices and their own artistic voice. These are the Ms Artastic lessons, free blog ideas and videos that fit 7th grade art, all in one place. Start with a featured lesson, or scroll down for free ideas you can teach this week.

Featured Ms Artastic lessons

Ready-to-teach lessons from my shop. Each card shows the grade range listed for that lesson.

Free blog lessons and ideas

Free tools

Videos to watch together

Supplies and picture books

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Questions teachers and parents ask

What should kids learn in 7th grade art?

Most middle school art programs build on the Elements of Art: line, shape, form, color, value, texture and space. In 7th grade, students usually focus on observation drawing, value, design choices and their own artistic voice. Your local curriculum has the final say, so use these lessons to fill in the pieces it asks for.

How do I choose the right lesson for my 7th grade class?

Each lesson card shows the grade range listed for that lesson. Many lessons cover a few grades, so you can pick one at, just below or just above your grade and adjust the steps for your group.

Can I use these lessons at home or in a homeschool?

Yes. The lessons are written for a classroom but the steps work at a kitchen table too. Read each lesson description before you start so you know which supplies to gather.

How often should 7th grade students have art?

It depends on your school or homeschool schedule. A steady routine, even one lesson a week, helps students build skills and confidence over the year.

▶ Video lessons

Video art lessons to try

Press play and paint along with me. Each video lesson comes with a printable lesson plan and a QR code, so it is ready for the classroom or the kitchen table.

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The Artastic Collective art curriculum

Full art lessons, videos and units for the whole year, ready when you are. Monthly, yearly and VIP plans.

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