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Discover how the Artastic Collective Art Curriculum helps teachers and homeschool educators plan, organize, and teach art for grades K–9 with confidence, structure, and ease.
Teach a peaceful winter birch tree art lesson using drawing and paint. This calm mixed media winter art project is perfect for classrooms and homeschool settings.
Create a magical Frozen-themed learning experience for kids with guided drawing, literacy connections, cooking, and creative play. Perfect for classrooms and homeschool families looking for cozy, engaging winter activities.
Start January with a cozy New Year art lesson for kids. Learn how to teach a step-by-step New Year Mouse art project with literacy integration, writing prompts, and book pairings for elementary classrooms and homeschool.
Whether you’re shopping for a creative kid, a reluctant artist who just needs the right tools, a classroom gift, or a homeschool art upgrade, these arts & crafts gifts for big kids (8–12) are tried, tested, and genuinely loved.
Need a fast, fun Christmas art lesson? Try these last-minute, low-prep holiday art ideas for kids using picture books, simple supplies, and easy steps—perfect for classrooms or homeschool.
This is my carefully curated list of the best arts & crafts gifts for kids ages 5–7 — gifts that build confidence, creativity, and joyful art habits that last well beyond the holidays.
This is my teen-specific arts & crafts gift guide for ages 13–17 — from upgraded drawing supplies, to painting sets that feel legit, to digital art tools, to creator gear that supports photography/vlogging dreams. Each item is linked (embedded!) so you can click and go.
I made this Preschool Arts & Crafts Gift Guide. These are my favorite art and craft gifts for ages 3–5 — the kind of supplies that create joyful routines, calm moments, and proud “gallery walks” around your kitchen table. Every item in this guide supports creativity while being realistic for parents, grandparents, teachers, and homeschool families.
Whether you’re shopping for a baby’s first Christmas, a baby shower, or a thoughtful keepsake gift, these art supplies and books are designed to spark curiosity, encourage sensory exploration, and create beautiful early memories.
Discover the best Christmas arts and crafts gifts for kids in this ultimate age-by-age holiday gift guide. From babies and toddlers to creative teens, find inspiring craft kits, art supplies, sensory toys, and hands-on creative gifts every child will love. Perfect for parents, teachers, and homeschool families.
Discover the best Christmas arts and crafts gifts for kids in this ultimate age-by-age holiday gift guide. From babies and toddlers to creative teens, find inspiring craft kits, art supplies, sensory toys, and hands-on creative gifts every child will love. Perfect for parents, teachers, and homeschool families.
Discover easy, low-prep, last-minute Thanksgiving art lessons for classrooms and homeschool families. These creative, kid-approved projects keep students engaged during the busiest week of November while helping teachers save time, reduce stress, and spark meaningful creativity.
Check out the TeachersPayTeachers Cyber Monday Sale (DEC 1 & 2) (yes — it continues through December 2 this year!), I wanted to share a gentle reminder that everything in my store is 25% off with the code cyber25. I’m not saying that as a push — I’m saying it because so many teachers plan to grab December resources and then suddenly remember after the sale ends. Consider this your cozy nudge.
Dive into the vibrant world of art history with your little learners! Our blog post, “Exploring Art History: How to Teach Children About Famous Artists and Their Work,” offers creative strategies for educators and parents. Discover how to bring the stories of great artists to life and inspire young minds with their masterpieces. Learn fun, engaging ways to connect children with art history, from interactive activities to storytelling and more. Transform your art lessons into a time-traveling adventure through the ages!
Discover easy, low-prep, last-minute Thanksgiving art lessons for classrooms and homeschool families. These creative, kid-approved projects keep students engaged during the busiest week of November while helping teachers save time, reduce stress, and spark meaningful creativity.
I’m sharing two Thanksgiving-inspired art lesson ideas based directly on my fully-developed classroom resources. These projects are simple, stunning, and use art materials you already have: oil pastels or wax crayons, thick paper, and watercolor or tempera paint.
FREE 12 Days of Christmas Art Activity Guide is full of festive ideas, printable activities, and linked tutorials that help you create a full month of joyful art-making with your students — without spending hours planning it yourself.
Need a meaningful, low-prep Remembrance Day art project fast? Explore simple poppy art lesson ideas that teach gratitude, history, and creativity for Grades K–5—perfect for classroom or homeschool.
Plan your December Christmas art lessons for homeschool with ease! Explore 12 FREE festive art ideas, printable activities, and teaching tips in this cozy December Art Inspiration Guide.
Celebrate imagination in your classroom! Discover why Crayola Creativity Week 2026 is the ultimate free event for teachers, schools, and families.
Discover innovative and fun ways to inspire young minds in art education with our latest blog post, ‘5 Strategies for Engaging Children in Art Lessons.’ Perfect for art teachers, homeschooling parents, and educators, this post offers practical tips for making art lessons exciting and memorable. From storytelling art projects to themed art days and interactive art stations, learn how to captivate your students’ creativity and keep their interest piqued. Dive into our guide filled with humorous insights and creative ideas to transform your art teaching experience!
Bring calm, creativity, and gratitude into your classroom with the FREE November Art Lesson Inspiration Guide by Ms Artastic. Explore printable art activities, mindful sketchbook prompts, and inspiring art lesson ideas designed for teachers and homeschool families. Perfect for bringing warmth and reflection to your fall art lessons.
Bring calm and creativity to your classroom this December with 12 FREE Christmas art ideas, printable activities, and teacher tips in the December 12 Days of Christmas Art Inspiration Guide.
Join Ms Artastic for a heartfelt story about art teaching, creativity, and the first-ever 50% off flash sale in her Teachers Pay Teachers store. Discover art lesson plans for Halloween, Remembrance Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Winter — and learn why this one-day event means so much.
Join Ms Artastic for a heartfelt story about art teaching, creativity, and the first-ever 50% off flash sale in her Teachers Pay Teachers store. Discover art lesson plans for Halloween, Remembrance Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Winter — and learn why this one-day event means so much.
Grab my FREE October Art Lesson Inspiration Guide — to help teachers and homeschooling families keep the creativity flowing without adding another thing to the already full plate. I wanted to give you something simple, joyful, and ready to use the moment you download it.
Need last-minute Halloween art ideas? Discover creative, low-prep Halloween art lessons that teach real skills—like line, value, and symmetry—while keeping your students engaged and your classroom calm this October.
6 quick-prep Halloween art activities perfect for subs, fast finishers, and bell ringers. Fun, flexible October art lessons for classrooms and homeschool.
Discover the transformative power of art in child development with our latest blog post! Dive into the emotional, social, and cognitive benefits that art education brings to young minds. We also empathize with the challenges teachers face and introduce Ms Artastic’s innovative resources as solutions. From comprehensive art bundles to specific elements like color theory and texture, these resources are crafted to enrich your art curriculum effortlessly. Ready to revolutionize your art teaching experience? Check out our post for insights and direct links to Ms Artastic’s best-selling resources on Teachers Pay Teachers. Let’s make art education an inspiring journey for both you and your students!
The truth is that better classroom systems will not only help you feel happier and more relaxed, and in more control, but they will help you free up time and energy that you can spend on the things your WANT to do.
If you’re struggling to know where to begin to transform your art teaching life to calm, clear, and focused, then my Art Teacher Focused Guide is the step for you!
