Autumn Leaf Line Art Lesson Fall Leaf Art Project Activity Reading Writing Art

This Autumn Leaf Line Art Lesson is a fall art project for 1st to 4th grade. Students create a striking autumn leaf line artwork while exploring line, pattern, repetition and creative expression, learning how different lines and repeated marks can fill a space and change the look and feeling of an artwork.

The tutorial comes in both PDF and PowerPoint formats, so you can project the steps, click through the slides, demonstrate it yourself or let students follow the visuals. It also includes reading comprehension, writing prompts, reflection pages, a rubric, bulletin board display pieces and extension activities for art teachers, classroom teachers, homeschool families and sub plans.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “I loved the science connection: photosynthesis, chlorophyll, the effects of fewer hours of sunlight, and the natural pigmentation of the leaves. This project uses materials that are easy to find in the classroom. Paper, permanent markers, water based markers, a cup of water, and a paintbrush. There are step-by-step slides that can be projected during the lesson. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Students explore different types of lines. The best part was when my students painted over the marker with water and said, "This is science!"” Cassandra L.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE PDF PLUS POWERPOINT TUTORIAL)

• Teacher Pages: Resource Cover Page, About the Resource Page (prep, teaching ideas and how to use the tutorials), Critical Thinking Questions Page, Full Lesson Plan (overview, materials, hook, participation strategies and show-understanding ideas), Instruction and Delivery Page, Concluding Your Lesson and Reflection Page
• About Line in Art Reading Page
• PDF Tutorial and PowerPoint Tutorial
• 12 Step by Step Art Instruction Pages with visual and written directions
• How to Draw a Leaf Page
• Rubric Page and Bulletin Board Display Sign
• Puzzle Hook Page to cut and use before the lesson
• KWL Chart: Autumn
• Literacy: Reading Comprehension Passage (Autumn and Leaves), 2 Reading Comprehension Question Pages, Answer Key, Sight Word Tracking List, Word Bank of Tricky Words Page
• Writing: Opinion Writing Page (do students like autumn leaves more on the tree or on the ground?), Autumn Leaf Write and Draw Writing Prompt Page, Extra Writing Page
• Compare and Contrast Page (green summer leaves and autumn leaves) with Answer Key
• Reflections: Art Reflection: The Message, Art Reflection: Creative Process, Questions and Wonders, Feelings, Artwork Reflection, 3 Stars and a Wish, Artist's Statement Page, Artwork Postcard Page
• Extensions: Symmetry Page, Draw It Page (a leaf falling off a tree), Leaf Line Zen Doodle Page and Example Page for the Zen Doodle Extension

WHAT STUDENTS LEARN

Students explore line, pattern, repetition and rhythm in a way that still feels playful at this age. They see how lines can show texture, movement and feeling, and how color and line work together to make an artwork exciting to look at.

Use the art lesson on its own, or extend it with the reading passage, comprehension questions, opinion writing, compare and contrast work, reflections and artist statement. It fits fall art lessons, autumn bulletin boards, literacy-integrated art, homeschool art and sub plans.

FAQ

Who can use this resource?

Art teachers, classroom teachers, homeschool educators and substitute teachers who want a seasonal art lesson with visual support and literacy connections.

How do I teach it?

Use the PDF tutorial, the PowerPoint tutorial, or demonstrate the steps yourself.

How long does this art lesson take?

Often 2 to 3 classes, depending on student age, skill level, behavior and how many of the literacy and reflection pages you use.

Does it include literacy activities?

Yes: reading comprehension, comprehension questions, vocabulary support, opinion writing, compare and contrast, reflections and artist statement pages.

Is it editable?

No. It is a non-editable resource.

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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 in creative ways and have as much fun with it as you like. Any clip art may be used as clip art, website graphics, binder covers or bulletin board decorations. Additional licenses are available for school use.

YOU MAY NOT: use this on OutSchool, put it on your blog, share it with other teachers, administration or districts (admin can buy additional licenses), sell it, give it out for free or photocopy it for others.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic