3 Children's Lit-Based Art Projects You Need to Know About Right Now
To help keep the creative brain juices flowing during breaks from school time, I have three literature-based art projects you need to know about right now. Having these projects on hand during breaks is not only educational, but they are also fun and engaging. Keep reading to learn about my favorite literature-based art projects and the benefits of using them with your students.
Benefits of Literature-Based Art Projects
Mixing literature and art have always been an important aspect to students learning; however, it is often seen as something difficult or overwhelming to do. Oftentimes, this is because teachers are not properly trained on arts integration, which is why it is part of my mission to help train teachers in this area.
When it comes to literature-based art projects, there are several benefits to keep in mind:
Connections with a variety of art forms are made.
Students get to practice language arts skills such as expanding vocabulary.
Students are able to be creatively expressive.
Other subjects are enhanced in a comprehensive way.
Overall, infusing art with other subjects can make learning more fun for students of all ages and grades. It provides students with a unique and creative way of learning new concepts and retaining the information taught.
3 Children's Lit-Based Art Projects You Need to Know About Right Now
Learning About Monoprinting with Peter Rabbit
Party in the Art Room loves printmaking with kids. Monoprinting using nib pens and ink makes this Peter Rabbit for kids art lesson extra unique and exciting!
Gain Cultural Perspective by Learning and Creating Tap Taps
Combine literature with art and you now have a unique way to teach children using a variety of subjects and concepts. For this fun project, my students were able to learn about tap taps by reading the book called Tap-Tap, by Karen Lynn Williams.
Fun with Hound Dog Art
Learn how I used my pet dog, Alli, as a way to engage students in an art lesson.
A Fun Summer Camper Art Lesson
This is a super fun art lesson with language activities. Fill up your art sub tub with no-prep art projects. These are easy to implement for substitute teachers. Plus, the engagement will help with behavior! Perfect for art integration, writing prompts, homeschooling, and art teachers looking for fun mini-lessons. Great for language arts teachers as well. This resource is adaptable across multiple grade levels.
You will receive a 16-page non-editable PDF including game sheet, reflection sheets, coloring page, finished example, and writing activities.
Final Thoughts
Adding literature to art is so easy! Which lit-based art project are you most excited to try with your students?