Easter Egg Art Lesson Easter Directed Drawing Line Art Project Easter Egg Art

This Easter Egg Directed Drawing Line Art Lesson guides students step by step through drawing a large decorated Easter egg with bold line designs, expressive facial features and a patterned background, then painting it with a wax resist watercolor technique.

It is a spring art project for elementary classrooms, homeschool art, substitute plans and seasonal Easter art, made for classroom teachers, art teachers and homeschool educators. Students also read about the tradition of Easter eggs, answer comprehension questions, reflect on their process and respond to writing prompts, and because every student designs their own patterns, every finished egg looks different.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE)

• Easter Egg Line Art Lesson Plan with teacher instructions for the drawing, pattern design and painting
• Step-by-Step Directed Drawing Guide
• Visual Step-by-Step Art Tutorial Pages from first marks to final painting
• Student Drawing Worksheet Pages
• Reading Passage about the tradition of Easter eggs
• Reading Comprehension Questions and Answer Key
• Creative Writing Prompt Page (a story about hiding Easter eggs)
• Write and Draw Storytelling Page
• Student Reflection Worksheets
• Artist Statement Template
• Art Rubric for creativity, craftsmanship and responsibility
• KWL Chart
• Picture Puzzle Hook Activity
• Example Artwork Page
• Bulletin Board Display Materials

HOW THE PROJECT WORKS

Students draw a large egg shape with simple curved lines, add facial features and decorative details, then fill the egg with line patterns such as zigzags, curves, loops and shapes. Repeated line patterns in the background add contrast. Next they color selected details with wax crayons and paint over the artwork with watercolor or tempera paint, so the crayon lines stay bold while the colors blend.

The lesson finishes with reflection, the reading comprehension questions and optional writing activities.

MATERIALS

Wax crayons, thick white paper or cardstock, watercolor paints or tempera paint cakes, paintbrushes and water cups.

FAQ

Who can use this resource?

Elementary art teachers, classroom teachers adding art to seasonal lessons, homeschool educators and substitute teachers.

How is it used in the classroom?

Guide students through the directed drawing, demonstrate the wax resist painting, then use the reading and writing activities to extend the lesson.

How long does this lesson take?

Most classes finish in 2 to 3 class periods, depending on age, skill level, class behavior, teaching style and available time.

Is it editable?

No. It is non-editable.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist who has been featured on NBC LX News and was the featured educator on the cover of OCO Magazine (October 2025). She designs art lessons used by teachers and homeschool families around the world. 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