Surely one of the first things that students need to be taught is how their work will be assessed. This Back to School support for students sorts that out. Do you find it hard to explain to students what the AQA A level Art Assessment Objectives mean? Do your students find the language of the AOs confusing? If so, this resource will help. A 9 slide presentation which goes through each AO in turn clearly explaining in student friendly language what they mean. Designed to be print friendly so that it can be given to students as a handout. I have used this resource with my own students to great effect. I hope that it helps you too.

11 linked lessons introducing students to a wide range of drawing styles. Ideal as a scheme to deliver to Year 7 students. Clear explanations for the teacher along with materials lists, homework suggestions, thinking skills, artist references and more. Also includes example image of student work.

Celebrate the end of the school year with this engaging collection of 10 art lesson plans. This resource is perfect for art teachers looking to provide meaningful and fun activities that help students reflect on their year, express their creativity, and celebrate their achievements. Each lesson plan is thoughtfully crafted with clear instructions, materials lists, and rubrics to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for both teachers and students. What is Included: Yearbook Collage: Create collages that capture personal highlights and memorable moments from the school year. Self-Portrait Silhouettes: Craft unique silhouettes that represent students personalities and interests. End-of-Year Comic Strips: Illustrate and narrate funny or significant moments from the school year in a comic strip format. Memory Jars: Design and fill jars with small trinkets and written memories to cherish special moments. Summer Dream Boards: Visualize and design boards representing students summer goals and dreams. Class Mural: Collaboratively paint a mural that symbolizes the journey of the class throughout the year. Memory Quilts: Decorate fabric squares with personal memories and stitch them together to form a class quilt. Graduation Caps: Personalize mini graduation caps to reflect future aspirations and achievements. Nature Art: Create art pieces using natural materials collected from the outdoors. Time Capsules: Assemble and decorate time capsules filled with letters and mementos to be opened in the future. Features: Comprehensive Materials Lists: Detailed lists of materials needed for each activity, making preparation easy and straightforward. Step-by-Step Instructions: Clear, easy-to-follow plans that guide you through each lesson from start to finish. Rubrics for Assessment: Simple and effective rubrics to evaluate creativity, effort, and participation. Flexible Timing: Each lesson is designed to fit within a 1 to 1.5-hour time frame, perfect for the busy end-of-year schedule. Reflective and Fun: Activities are designed to be enjoyable while encouraging students to reflect on their personal growth and shared experiences. Why Choose This Resource? These lesson plans are ideal for fostering a positive and creative classroom environment as the school year comes to a close. Students will have the opportunity to express themselves, celebrate their achievements, and look forward to their future in a fun and meaningful way. Perfect for end-of-year art projects, these activities can be easily adapted to fit various classroom settings and time constraints. Get Your Copy Today! Transform the end of your school year with these engaging art activities. Purchase now and give your students an unforgettable and creative conclusion to their school year!

A comprehensive Introductory Project resource. Designed to align perfectly with the AQA and Edexcel specifications, this resource ensures your students start the course with confidence and creativity. Resource Overview: This carefully structured resource provides a complete guide for the first term of A Level Art and Design. It includes lesson suggestions, activities, and a flexible approach to teaching, all aimed at fostering students’ artistic skills and meeting key assessment objectives. Key Features: Step-by-step guidance for introducing the course, including discussions on assessment objectives, course structure, and essential equipment. Baseline Drawing Exercise: An initial activity to assess students’ drawing skills, with a range of challenging objects to choose from. Phased Approach: Four distinct phases covering drawing techniques, media exploration, artist research, and preparation for Component 1. Comprehensive Techniques and Processes: Over 20 drawing and media techniques, including direct observation, continuous line, scumbling, tonal work, acrylic painting, lino printing, and more. Homework Assignments: Structured tasks to reinforce classroom learning, including direct observation drawing and photo shoots. Artist Studies: Weekly introductions to relevant artists, enhancing students’ research skills and contextual understanding. Flexible Planning: Suggestions for adapting the plan based on student progress, ensuring a dynamic and responsive learning environment. Assessment Objective Alignment: Our resource is designed to meet the AQA and Edexcel assessment objectives: AO1: Develop ideas through research and contextual understanding. AO2: Explore and refine techniques and processes. AO3: Record observations and reflect critically. AO4: Present meaningful and personal responses. What’s Included: Lesson structures for the introductory project A checklist of techniques and processes A flexible, phased approach to teaching Homework assignment suggestions Artist research and presentation guides Tips for effective work presentation in sketchbooks or sheets Why Choose This Resource? Created by experienced educators to align with AQA and Edexcel specifications. Engaging and Comprehensive: Covers all essential aspects of the introductory term, ensuring students are well-prepared for the course. Adaptable and Flexible: Can be tailored to fit the needs of your students and teaching style. Equip your students with the skills and confidence they need to excel in A Level Art and Design. Provided as a Word document for full editing freedom.

Save yourself loads of time with this fully editable KS3 Art Student Handbook. It provides a rationale for Art education, rules, marking system, overview of past and present curriculum advice and a general ethos for Art. Because it is provided as a Word document you can easily edit it to suit the particular needs of your school. A simple way of cutting down your planning for September.

This 4-part Halloween art lesson is designed specifically for young learners, combining the magic of Halloween with hands-on, age-appropriate art activities! Each lesson is packed with step-by-step instructions, historical information, and creative projects that will inspire your students imaginations while building key artistic skills. What is Included: Pumpkin Drawing Learn about the history of carved pumpkins… Create fun, colorful pumpkin faces using construction paper and markers. Spooky Spider Webs Explore the beauty of spider webs through string and paint. Create textured, spooky designs while learning about spiders in Halloween lore. Friendly Ghosts Introduce children to the fun and playful side of Halloween ghosts. Create adorable 3 dimensional ghosts using tissue paper and cotton balls. Halloween Masks Make festive Halloween masks (cats, bats, pumpkins) while learning about Halloween traditions. Students will decorate their masks and participate in a classroom Halloween parade! Why This Resource? Hands-On Learning: Each lesson allows students to create their own Halloween-themed artwork using a variety of materials, developing their fine motor skills and creativity. Child-Friendly History: The lessons include simplified historical information about Halloween traditions to engage young learners. Inclusive of Different Learning Styles: Whether your students love cutting, gluing, painting, or drawing, these activities allow for diverse learning experiences. No-Fuss Preparation: All lessons come with clear materials lists and step-by-step guides, so you can spend more time teaching and less time planning. Complete Rubric for Assessment: Each lesson includes a rubric to assess creativity, effort, neatness, and participation, making it easy to track student progress. Perfect For: Primary school Teachers: Engaging art projects designed to hold the attention of younger learners. Home school Parents: Fun, easy-to-follow Halloween-themed lessons that are suitable for home use. Art Instructors: A fantastic resource to build foundational art skills while embracing the festive Halloween spirit. Resource Features: Detailed Lesson Plans: Each of the 4 lessons is broken down into easy-to-follow steps. Materials List: Simple and affordable materials that are accessible for most classrooms. Historical Information: Fun facts and simplified historical tidbits about Halloween to captivate students. Printable Templates: Ready-to-use templates for Halloween masks and pumpkin designs. Assessment Rubric: A comprehensive rubric for evaluating student artwork based on creativity, effort, and participation. Why You will Love It: This Halloween art lesson plan is perfect for teachers who want to introduce their students to Halloween in a fun, educational way. With engaging art activities, a bit of Halloween history, and easy-to-follow instructions, your students will have a blast creating spooky artwork that celebrates the season!

This comprehensive guide is designed to help A-level art students choose the perfect theme for their AQA Component 1 Personal Investigation. The resource walks students through the process of selecting a theme that is engaging, broad enough for in-depth exploration, personally meaningful, and linked to the AQA assessment objectives (AO1-AO4). It includes: • A step-by-step guide to choosing a theme. • Tips for ensuring the theme is both original and sustainable over a long period. • A detailed checklist table for students to evaluate potential themes. • A vibrant, eye-catching cover to inspire creativity. This guide is perfect for use in class or as a standalone resource for independent study. It encourages students to reflect on their personal interests, skills, and artistic influences to ensure their Personal Investigation is both successful and deeply personal. Whether you are a teacher looking for structured support for your students or a student aiming to organize your ideas, this resource will be a valuable tool. Key Features: • Aligned with AQA assessment objectives • Includes a thorough checklist for theme selection • Inspiring, creative design • Ideal for classroom use or independent study Perfect For: • AQA A-level Art and Design students • Teachers looking for structured guidance materials • Students needing help choosing a strong, engaging theme for their Personal Investigation Download this resource today to empower your students in making informed, thoughtful choices for their A-level art projects. Provided as a Word doc for complete editing freedom.

To help Art teachers and students during this difficult time, we are providing video art lessons absolutely FREE. Simply click on the link below and subscribe for over 90 Art lessons and activities. We are adding to the lessons every week … so don’t forget to check back… Activities include painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printing, collage, digital, video, mixed media, presentation techniques and exemplar sketchbooks. Suitable for all ages and designed so that students can do the activities at home with basic materials. The download has the link … alternatively, just click on the link below and subscribe to our channel. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFgI5VsWy4vGUxoH8a8MfsLUM7SwvyxxG We hope they help a bit! Stay safe.

Inspire (and slightly frighten) students with this set of scary pictures for Halloween. Ideal as inspiration for creative writing, Art ....or just a bit of fun on 31st October. Pictures are suitable for KS2 ... they're not too scary really! If you like this resource why not check out hundreds more by clicking here Happy Halloween!

Get students in the Olympic mood with this free Olympic themed coloring sheet. Check out lots more resources at https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/mael

Get students in the Olympic mood with this free Olympic themed colouring sheet. Check out lots more resources at https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/mael

This is a free preview document for the top selling Complete Art Curriculum. We hope that the document provides a flavour of what the complete resource offers. We have also included one of the 18 image slideshows in its entirety. The actual resource is huge and can be accessed here [https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/art-complete-art-curriculum-2018-11376702]. Here is the description of it. The best selling ART resource just got even better! Over 150 pages of linked art lesson plans which take students through a broad and balanced art curriculum from the start of Year 7 to the end of Year 9. Each art lesson plan includes clear teacher guidance, materials list, health and safety, a student friendly support sheet and expected progress information. Updated to include 18 art image slideshows to inspire students, a step by step clay-work slideshow and a history of art support resource. Includes a 40 image slideshow of example student work. Lessons in the Complete Art Curriculum are: Lesson 1 Tone Lesson 2 Observation Lesson 3 From observation to abstraction Lesson 4 Relief Lesson 5 Portraiture Lesson 6 Portraiture part 2 Lesson 7 Portraiture part 3 Lesson 8 Clay Lesson 9 Clay part 2 Lesson 10 Clay part 3 Lesson 11 Colour Lesson 12 Colour part 2 Lesson 13 Colour part 3 Lesson 14 Three dimensional Lesson 15 Three dimensional part 2 Lesson 16 Three dimensional part 3 Lesson 17 Three dimensional part 4 Lesson 18 Human figure Lesson 19 Human figure part 2 Lesson 20 Human figure part 3 Lesson 21 Human figure part 4 Lesson 22 Architecture Lesson 23 Architecture part 2 Lesson 24 Architecture part 3 Lesson 25 Architecture part 4 Lesson 26 Colour abstraction Lesson 27 Colour abstraction part 2 Lesson 28 Colour abstraction part 3 Lesson 29 Colour abstraction part 4 Lesson 30 Masks Lesson 31 Masks part 2 Lesson 32 Masks part 3 Lesson 33 Masks part 4 Lesson 34 Dramatic landscapes Lesson 35 Dramatic landscapes part 2 Lesson 36 Dramatic landscapes part 3 Lesson 37 Abstract landscapes Lesson 38 Abstract landscapes part 2 Slideshows included cover the following themes: Autumn Birds Buildings Christmas Dramatic landscapes Fish Flowers Fungi Graffiti Insects Natural textures People Rust Sky Sea Trees Water Perspective Clay workshop The full resource can be accessed here [https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/art-complete-art-curriculum-2018-11376702]

A festive grid drawing activity to engage children in the run up to Christmas. Also ideal as an emergency cover lesson. Merry Christmas!