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This Elements of Art: Texture Unit teaches upper elementary and middle school students about real and implied texture, mark-making and mixed media. Students learn through instruction, visual presentations and art history, then complete three art projects, from texture rubbings to Basquiat-inspired layering.

It is designed for general education teachers, art classrooms, homeschooling and sub plans. Step-by-step slides, lesson plans, rubrics, bulletin board signs and printable handouts are all included, so you don't have to build the unit from scratch.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “This resource helped students truly understand the difference between real and implied texture in a hands-on and memorable way. The projects were thoughtfully scaffolded and easy to follow, while still allowing students to develop their own artistic voice and creativity.” Jennifer W.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE, AMERICAN ENGLISH)

• Lesson 1: About Texture, with a video presentation (What is Texture in Art?), a PDF slide presentation for teacher-led instruction and student handouts with note-taking options
• Lesson 2: Mini Art Challenge, with texture rubbing and mark-making exploration pages and a lesson plan
• Lesson 3: About Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, with an About the Artist student handout, a student note-taking page and a lesson plan
• Lesson 4: Feather Art Project Tutorial, focusing on mark-making, layering and visual texture
• Lesson 5: Alligator Art Project Tutorial, teaching real and implied texture through mixed media
• Lesson 6: Basquiat-Inspired Mixed Media Art Project, exploring expressive texture, mark-making and artistic voice

Each art project tutorial includes: a detailed lesson plan with learning outcomes and supply list, step-by-step visual and text instructions (slides and PDF), student drawing handouts, a completed artwork example, an assessment rubric, self-assessment and reflection sheets, an artist statement template and a bulletin board display sign.

HOW TO USE IT

Use the video or slide presentation to introduce texture, then move into the mini challenge and the art project tutorials so students explore texture through visual and tactile techniques. Project the slides or use them as your teacher guide, and prep materials and printables before class.

Teach it as a full unit or choose standalone projects. It works for in-person art instruction, homeschool visual art lessons, substitute or emergency art plans and distance learning support.

FAQ

Who can use this resource?

General education teachers, art specialists, homeschool educators and substitute teachers who want a structured way to teach texture in art.

How long will the lessons take?

Each full art project usually takes 2 to 3 class sessions, depending on your class's age, behavior, skill level and how long you spend on reflection and self-assessment. The intro and mini challenge can be completed in one session.

Is it editable?

No. The resource is non-editable and written in American English.

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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.

ALL TEACHER REVIEWS

★★★★ “This is a great unit for teaching texture. There's lots of information and artist connections. The lessons included are fun and engaging for students.” megan M.

★★★★ “I used the alligator eye project with 7th grade and Basquiat lesson with 6th grade. Both classes had great results.” Jennifer M.

★★★ “This is great!” Zainab J.

TERMS OF USE

Images and lessons are copyright products.

YOU MAY: use this resource in your own classroom or homeschool, print it and use it as part of your art curriculum, and purchase additional licenses for additional educators.

YOU MAY NOT: post it publicly to websites, blogs or shared drives, use it on Outschool, resell it, or share it with other educators without purchasing extra licenses.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic