Creative Marker Art
Fun Friday Art
This lesson plan is designed to engage 7-8 year olds in a creative art activity using markers. The focus is on active learning, allowing students to express themselves artistically while developing fine motor skills and creativity. This lesson is important as it encourages self-expression, enhances creativity, and provides a fun and relaxing environment for students to explore art.
Markers, White paper sheets, Table covers, Art smocks, and Printable Cards: Art Inspiration
Step 1
Introduction
10 mins
- Welcome the students and explain the objective of the lesson: to have fun creating art with markers.
- Discuss the importance of creativity and self-expression in art.
- Show examples of what can be done with markers to inspire students.
Step 2
Art Activity
40 mins
- Distribute markers, paper, and art smocks to each student.
- Encourage students to create their own unique artwork using the markers.
- Walk around the room, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Use the [Printable Cards: Art Inspiration] to provide ideas if students need a starting point.
- Ask students to share their artwork with the class and talk about their creative process.
- Discuss what they enjoyed about the activity and what they learned.
- Collect the artwork to display in the classroom or send home with students.
