Art Project Halloween Art Lesson Owl Witch Artwork October Autumn Art Activity

This Halloween Owl Witch Art Lesson is a crayon resist project for grades 1 to 4. Students combine wax crayon and watercolor paint to create a whimsical owl witch character with hats, stars, moons and a spooky night sky.

The lesson is fully planned and easy to follow, with a Halloween-themed reading for background, a step-by-step tutorial, and built-in reflection and assessment. It suits classroom teachers, homeschool educators, substitute teachers and art specialists looking for a low-prep October art project that builds creative thinking, fine motor skills and mixed media technique.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “This was a great resource and makes my job much easier.” Sharon L.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE PDF)

• Full Art Lesson Plan
• Halloween-Themed Reading for background knowledge
• Lesson Hook, pre-written and ready to use
• Completed Artwork Example
• Step-by-Step Visual and Text Tutorial
• Printable Student Handouts for reference
• Student Reflection Sheets
• Artist Statement Template
• KWL Chart for pre and post assessment
• Rubric for grading and evaluation
• Bulletin Board Display Sign

HOW TO USE IT

Print the pages and follow the visual step-by-step tutorial to guide students through the project. Start with the reading to build context and excitement, then move into the art-making. It works for centers, full-class projects or individual work, and can be adapted to different classroom settings.

NATIONAL ART STANDARDS

• VA:Cr1.1.1a: Engage collaboratively in exploration and imaginative play with materials.
• VA:Cr1.2.1a: Use observation and investigation in preparation for making a work of art.
• VA:Cr2.1.1a: Explore uses of materials and tools to create works of art or design.
• VA:Cr2.1.2a: Experiment with various materials and tools to explore personal interests in a work of art or design.
• VA:Cr2.2.2a: Demonstrate safe procedures for using and cleaning art tools, equipment, and studio spaces.
• VA:Cr1.1.3a: Elaborate on an imaginative idea.
• VA:Cr1.2.3a: Apply knowledge of available resources, tools, and technologies to investigate personal ideas through the art-making process.
• VA:Cr2.1.3a: Create personally satisfying artwork using a variety of artistic processes and materials.
• VA:Cr2.2.4a: When making works of art, utilize and care for materials, tools, and equipment in a manner that prevents danger to oneself and others.

FAQ

Who can use this resource?

Classroom teachers, homeschool educators, substitute teachers and art specialists teaching grades 1 to 4.

What materials are used?

Wax crayon and watercolor paint, used together for a crayon resist effect.

How long will it take?

About 2 to 3 art classes, depending on students’ age, skill level and behavior, your teaching style and class length.

Is it editable?

No. It is a non-editable PDF.

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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. For clip art, you may use the images 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.

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Ms Artastic