10 Art Lessons Projects Homeschool Bell Ringers Fast Finishers Art Sub Plans

This set of 10 easy-to-follow art projects reinforces the Elements of Art and Principles of Design with low-prep, open-ended lessons. Each project has clear instructions, step-by-step visuals and a printable art page where students create their work.

It is made for homeschooling parents who want structured art lessons, art teachers who need bell ringers or early finisher work, and classroom teachers who need no-prep sub plans or maternity leave coverage. It also works for distance learning and take-home art. No special materials are required: students can use pencil, crayons, markers or any medium available.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE, AMERICAN ENGLISH)

10 art lessons, each with instructions, step-by-step visuals and a printable art page:

• Emoji Line Art, expressive emojis that explore line
• Silly Shapes, organic and geometric shapes
• Value and Shading Practice, shading techniques and a value scale
• Color Wheel Exploration, primary, secondary and tertiary colors
• Monochromatic Art, one color family to create depth and mood
• Positive and Negative Space, composition and balance through space
• Symmetry Challenge, symmetrical balance
• Mandala Creation, radial balance
• Emphasis in Art, creating a strong focal point
• Contrast Monster, how contrast brings attention to a focal point

HOW TO USE IT

Add the lessons to your homeschool curriculum, keep them in a folder for bell ringers and fast finishers, store them in a sub tub for emergency absences, or send them home as distance learning packets.

To prep, print and store the pages in binders, folders or sub tubs. You can laminate the instruction pages for reuse, print extra copies of the drawing templates, or use the pages with a document camera for direct instruction.

FAQ

Who is it for?

Homeschooling parents, art teachers and classroom teachers, including teachers planning sub plans or maternity leave coverage.

What materials do students need?

No special materials. Pencil, crayons, markers or any medium you have will work.

Can students work independently?

Yes. Each project has clear instructions and step-by-step visuals, so it suits independent work, early finishers and take-home learning.

Is it editable?

No. It is non-editable and written in American English.

ALL TEACHER REVIEWS (12)

★★★★ “These are great art lessons. My students really enjoy doing them.” madeline W.

★★★★ “This was so helpful during distance learning! Thank you!” Dan S.

★★★★ “I used this for distance learning. I often linked a writing activity with a simple art project, and these worked well for it. Projects kept students engaged AND helped them learn to read directions carefully. Thanks!” Elizabeth T.

★★★★ “Great resource - thank you!” Christina J.

★★★★ “Great projects for my students to work on and be creative!” DigitalDani

★★★★ “My students enjoyed these art activities. It was nice to give them some choice in what they worked on.” Lindsay F.

★★★★ “Good resource.” Jaime C

★★★★ “I used this resource last year and this year. Both groups of students loved it!” Andrea Y.

★★★★ “Our emoji art turned out super cute. Thanks” C G.

★★★★ “these were fun even for 8th graders. a few lessons did not translate well to distance, but most were great.” Danielle L.

★★★★ “My students absolutely love this. It was a great too to help reinforce the elements of art in the classroom.” Jackie B.

★★★★ “Thank you so much. My 5th grader has always struggled with art lessons. This resource helped him a lot. It gave clear instructions while still leaving space for the student to be creative. Great resource.” Jessica B.

Get free, classroom-ready art lessons and printables in my Free Art Lesson Library.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist who has been featured on NBC LX News and designs art lessons for kids and educational resources for teachers. She is the founder of Ms Artastic and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.

TERMS OF USE

Images and lessons are copyright products.

YOU MAY: use this resource for personal use, classroom instruction or homeschool education.

YOU MAY NOT: post it online for free access, resell it or share it with other educators. Additional licenses must be purchased for multiple users.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic