Halloween Art Lesson Charcoal Art Project October Art Middle School Fall

In this Halloween Art Lesson, students will use charcoal to create a Charcoal Skull Artwork, perfect for Middle School or Upper Elementary learners. This lesson allows students to explore the expressive qualities of charcoal as an art medium while learning about value and shading. This is a dynamic way to introduce charcoal drawing techniques while celebrating the spooky season!

Designed by Ms. Artastic, this engaging video art tutorial ensures a fun, hands-on learning experience that’s both creative and instructional.

VIDEO ART LESSON

This is a video art lesson. Your download includes the lesson plan and printable pages, plus a "Watch the Video" page with a clickable link and QR code to the step-by-step video tutorial, so you can watch it anytime and show your class again later.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★ “This art lesson was great for teaching intermediate students the basics of charcoal. The class loved the Halloween theme” Miranda B.

★★★★ “Easy to follow resource. Students were engaged. Finished products were a hit at our art show!” Leary D.

★★★★ “I really enjoyed this resource. It was engaging for my 7/8's. Thank you!” Amarya H.

What's Included

• Video Step-by-Step Art Tutorial: A detailed tutorial to guide students through the entire process.
• Lesson Plan: A two-page document outlining materials, learning outcomes, goals, and teacher and student actions.
• Step-by-Step Drawing Handouts: Clear instructions to support students as they create their artwork.
• Rubric for Assessment: Simplifies grading and provides clear evaluation criteria.
• Completed Example: A sample artwork to inspire students and set expectations.
• Bulletin Board Sign: Perfect for displaying student work in the classroom or homeschool setting.
• Art Making Reflection Worksheets: Encourage self-reflection and critical thinking about their creations.
• Artist Statement Template: Foster deeper engagement and connection to their art.

This is a non-editable resource.

How to Use in Your Classroom or Homeschool

1. Prepare Materials: Use the included lesson plan to gather supplies in advance, such as charcoal and thick white paper like cardstock.
2. Follow the Tutorial: Play the step-by-step video for your class or use it as a guide to demonstrate the process.
3. Display Student Art: Use the included bulletin board sign to showcase their spooky creations!
4. Encourage Reflection: Provide students with the reflection worksheet and artist statement template to deepen their understanding of the project.

This lesson is perfect for both classroom teachers and homeschool educators, offering an exciting way to combine seasonal themes with meaningful art instruction.

Mediums & Materials Needed

• Charcoal
• Thick white paper (construction paper or cardstock)
• Step-by-step handouts (included)

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About Ms Artastic

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is a celebrated artist and art educator featured on NBC LX News. She specializes in creating engaging art lessons designed to inspire creativity in both classrooms and homeschools.

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• Use this resource in your classroom or homeschool for years.
• Explore and adapt creatively!
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FILES YOU WILL DOWNLOAD

• Charcoal Skull Halloween Art Lesson - Video Lesson + Lesson Plan - Ms Artastic.zip: the lesson plan and printable pages (PDF), plus a "Watch the Video" page (PDF) with a clickable link and QR code to the step-by-step video tutorial

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