Start Art Education provides a wide range of resources spanning a variety of subject areas. Resources are written by an experienced educator with 20 years of Art teaching in secondary schools behind him. He also has a wide range of other specialisms including Design Technology, PSHE, Citizenship, Physical Education and Early Years teaching.
Start Art Education provides a wide range of resources spanning a variety of subject areas. Resources are written by an experienced educator with 20 years of Art teaching in secondary schools behind him. He also has a wide range of other specialisms including Design Technology, PSHE, Citizenship, Physical Education and Early Years teaching.
Many children and adults suffer from stress and anxiety at times. An over busy brain makes it difficult to concentrate on tasks and the feelings associated with anxiety can cause distress and further anxiety. Recent research suggests that activities which focus the mind without being overly taxing can help break the cycle of worry and anxiety and can help calm the busy mind.
One such activity is coloring. This resource provides 40 original hand drawn kaleidoscopic images. The repetitive nature of the patterns is intentional, encouraging the individual to settle into a calming routine. Drawings range in complexity, making it a suitable resource for all age groups, including adults. This resource is also suitable for use with Special Educational Needs students.
I hope that enjoyment and a sense of calm can be found by using this resource.
Mael Matthews
A step by step guide for students, leading them through the development of a GCSE Art sketchbook. This resource focusses on covering the Assessment Objectives and helps students see how their work can evolve. An invaluable resource for all students, but in particular, lower achieving candidates. This guide takes Natural Forms as a subject matter.
This resource offers 10 individual photographic slideshows of images associated with the natural world (Over 300 images in total). Themes covered are Hands, Natural Textures, Sky, Trees, Water, Patterns in the Environment, Birds, Fish, Flowers and Fungi.
A useful cross curricular resource suitable for use with all ages.
This visual resource provides 30 photographic images of numbers. Pictures include numbers on clocks, toys, houses, keyboards, dice and many other objects. Images to help generate interest in numbers. Suitable as a Maths classroom display.
This Unit of Work provides 4 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with drawing and sculpture based on the human figure. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links, homework and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner.
Students are encouraged through the scheme to analyse the work of notable artists and sculptors . They are then guided through the development of their own artwork.
This Unit of Work provides 4 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with drawing, painting and relief work based on architecture. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links, homework and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner.
Students are encouraged through the scheme to analyse architecture in their locality, consider architecturally inspired artwork by recognised artists and develop their own responses. The unit of study allows for guided discovery.
This resource comprises a slide show of images of insects, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for Biology students. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.
This resource comprises a slide show of images of the sea, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural and compositional qualities of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation and artwork development.
This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for geography students or as inspiration for creative writing. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.
This Unit of Work provides 4 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with 3 dimensional work with an emphasis on diversity of design in different cultures. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner.
Students are encouraged through the scheme to analyse 3 dimensional artwork and vessels from cultures other than their own. They are then guided through the development of their own objects.
This resource provides a concise illustrated history of notable Art events. Information is presented in an easy to access table format. A useful resource for Art students of all ages. Also a handy reminder for Art teachers.
A word search that challenges students to find the names of famous artists. A useful extension activity which can help to introduce students to the artists.
This book provides a step by step art project for Grade 3 to 6. The focus is "The Natural World". Children are guided through the development of drawings and paintings based on natural objects. A range of artwork by recognised artists is also introduced to students.
The resource can provide a structure for 6 to 8 individual art lessons. It also allows for modification by the teacher to suit the particular group.
This Primary Art resource has been developed by Start Creative Resources
The US version of this resource has been awarded 5 stars by the TES team. A top seller on both sides of the pond.
This huge resource (154 pages) offers 38 linked lesson plans, leading students through the key elements of Art, Design and Creativity. Each lesson plan provides differentiation, lesson outline, lesson structure, materials required and homework. Each lesson also provides a photocopiable information sheet for students, written in a student friendly style.
Topics covered include drawing styles, observation, abstraction, figure drawing, mask making, sculpture, landscape painting, portraiture, ceramics, colour theory, architecture .... and much more.
The lessons have been purposefully written to lead on from each other, allowing students to build upon their ever increasing skills sets through the Key Stage 3 years. It also offers activities that directly link to GCSE Art Assessment Objectives, ensuring students are "GCSE ready" by the end of Key Stage 3.
The resource has been written by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Department, Senior Art Moderator and Professional Artist. The resource can be used in conjunction with Mael's other Art resources which can be found at https:tes.com/teaching-resources-shop/mael
Are you holding on for the end of term? Are you looking for a printable activity to keep your class happy during the last week of term? This Easter word search might help. A clear, photocopiable resource suitable for all ages.
Happy Easter
Keep your students happy and busy in the last week of term with this Easter themed resource. 10 mazes of increasing difficulty. Challenge your students to get to the egg. To make it even more challenging, perhaps give them a time limit!
Happy Easter from START!
This resource provides a range of superhero templates that children can use to design their own superhero character. They can add color to develop their own super suit and then they can think about the super powers that their character will have.
You could encourage children to develop super powers linked to study skills, for instance, super memory or super writing ability …. Or you could use it as a lead into creative writing, with their superhero saving the day in an adventure.
Male and female character templates are provided.
This resource could help make cross curricular links – study skills, art, creative writing.
Do you want to make your classroom an even happier place? This resource might help. Over 30 happy pictures which can be printed out and displayed, or used as a slideshow. All images are high quality and include smiling animals, balloons, fireworks and happy people. Enough to bring a smile to everyone's face. :)
A fun summer themed circle time activity for younger children.
Children will enjoy this "what am I?" game.
Slides give clues to objects associated with the summer and children can be encouraged to guess what the object or item is. This resource can also be used to inform children of precautions that should be taken against the sun as "sun cream" and "sun hat" are two of the items included. A 52 slide resource.
Brazil will host the 2016 Olympics this Summer and this offers a wonderful opportunity for introducing students to the country of Brazil and it's wonderful diversity. This collection of 45 images provides a stunning visual illustration of this diversity. Photographs range from beaches and landscapes to sport and wildlife. Also included are photographs of Rio including the favelas, Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue and maps.
Ideal visual stimulation for Geography, English Creative Writing, Art, Physical Education, form periods and assemblies.
