Christmas Art Project Poinsettia Art Lesson Christmas Art Activity December Art

In this Christmas Poinsettia Art Project for Grades 3 to 6, students learn to draw and paint a bright poinsettia step by step while exploring Christmas traditions, plant facts and seasonal symbolism. It is made for classroom teachers, art educators and homeschool families, and it is print-and-teach ready.

Students follow clear visual and written step-by-step instructions using simple materials such as permanent marker, watercolor paint, colored pencils or crayons. They also read a nonfiction poinsettia passage and a fiction story, "The Poinsettia Mystery", and complete writing prompts, opinion writing, compare and contrast, reflections and artist statements, so the art lesson doubles as a December literacy unit.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “My students loved completing this product and it went well with our winter book activities.” Lynn G.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE)

• Art lesson: step-by-step drawing and painting tutorial with photos and instructions (PowerPoint and PDF), sample finished artwork, Draw and Design warm-up, KWL Chart: Poinsettias, bulletin board display sign, art rubric
• Reading: "About Poinsettias" informational passage (Grade 3 to 6 level), "The Poinsettia Mystery" fiction story with answer key (literal and inferential), two student comprehension pages, sight word tracking list, tricky word list with definitions
• Writing: opinion page ("Are poinsettias the best holiday plant?"), fiction prompt ("Winter Plant Comes to Life") with draw-and-write pages, compare and contrast (wild vs holiday poinsettia) with answer key, artist reflections and 3 Stars and a Wish, Artist's Statement template
• Bonus art activities: mandala poinsettia radial symmetry page, line and pattern background design guide, shapes and forms page, Christmas poinsettia coloring sheet

HOW TO USE IT

Project the step-by-steps, demonstrate along with the images, or let students follow on their own. Use it as a full winter art lesson, add the reading for ELA, use the writing prompts for journal time, or include the activities in holiday art centers, sub plans and seasonal units.

FAQ

Who can use this resource?

Classroom teachers, art teachers, substitute teachers and homeschool families working with Grades 3 to 6, including mixed-ability groups.

How long will this lesson take?

The art project usually takes 2 to 3 class periods, depending on age, behavior, materials, teaching style and time. The reading and writing can fit in one more period or be spread through the week.

Is it editable?

No. It is non-editable.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist and educator whose work has been featured on NBC LX News and in OCO Magazine, as the featured educator on the cover of the October 2025 edition. She designs art lessons for kids and educational resources for teachers, and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.

TERMS OF USE

Images and lessons are copyright products.

YOU MAY: use this resource for classroom, homeschool or personal educational use, and print and project it for student learning.

YOU MAY NOT: share this with other teachers or post it online. Each educator must purchase their own license.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic