Winter Art Lesson Snowman Art Project Snow Globe Painting Winter Artwork

In this Snowman in a Snow Globe winter art lesson, students use acrylic paint (or tempera, if you prefer) to paint a whimsical snowman inside a snow globe. Along the way they focus on color blending, shading and composition.

It is a print-and-go lesson paced to fit into December before winter break, and the finished paintings make a bright winter bulletin board or hallway display.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “This was such a well laid out unit! It was easy to follow and my students loved the step-by-step visual instructions! Highly recommend :)” Jessica D.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE, 26 PAGES)

• About This Resource
• Detailed Lesson Plan (2 pages) with learning objectives, materials list, step-by-step teaching guide and assessment strategies
• Step-by-Step Visual and Text Instructions (12 slides), each step with a clear image and description
• Example of the Completed Art Project
• Student Handout: Step-by-Step Drawing Guide for sketching the snowman and snow globe before painting
• Bulletin Board Display Sign
• Assessment Rubric (teacher and student versions)
• Student Project Reflection Sheet
• Artist Statement Template

Materials needed: pencil, eraser, black felt, 30 step-by-step drawing handouts, acrylic or tempera paint, card stock or thick paper, paintbrush and water.

HOW TO USE IT

Check the lesson plan for the materials list and gather everything in advance. Print the handouts and rubrics, then use the step-by-step pages as a teaching guide or project them so students can follow along. Show the color example before students start, so they can see where they are headed.

Each step has a picture and a short description, so students can work independently or follow along with you. They follow a clear structure while still experimenting with blending and shading, then finish with the reflection sheet and artist statement.

FAQ

What paint do students use?

Acrylic paint, or tempera if you prefer.

Is it editable?

No. It is a non-editable, 26-page resource.

Can students work independently?

Yes. Every step includes an image and an easy-to-follow description, and the drawing handout helps students sketch before they paint.

Does it include assessment?

Yes. It has a rubric in teacher and student versions, a reflection sheet and an artist statement template.

ALL TEACHER REVIEWS

★★★★ “My kids loved this activity and got very creative. Love how the step-by-step guide really breaks down instructions.” Resources w.

★★★★ “Thank you so much for this Christmas art task. My grade 7s really enjoyed doing this task and their creativity really came out with what was to be inside the globe” Jennifer C.

★★★ “Great lesson, easy to follow instructions. It was on the more difficult side for some of my grade 6 students.” Mme R

★★★★ “So much fun!” Jill R.

★★★ “They were engaged in this resource!” Alyssa D.

★★★ “the kids loved this. steps were clear” Passionate P.

★★★★ “Wonderful winter art resource!” Amy S.

★★★★★ “Very nice resource!!” Teaching is Life

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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 in your own classroom, print it for personal classroom use and purchase additional licensing for school-wide use.

YOU MAY NOT: share it with other teachers or administration (each must purchase their own license), post it freely online (Google Drive, blogs and so on), or resell or distribute it.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic