Art Lesson Rainforest Blue Morpho Butterfly Art Lesson Soft Pastel Art Project

Create stunning Tropical Rainforest Blue Morpho Butterfly Artworks with your Primary and Elementary students using this Video Art Tutorial! In this lesson, students will use soft pastels (chalk pastels) on black construction paper to explore value, color blending, and texture while creating a vibrant Blue Morpho Butterfly.

This rainforest-themed art lesson is a great way to introduce students to the beauty of nature and the possibilities of soft pastels while fostering creativity and confidence in their artistic skills. Perfect for classroom teachers, homeschool families, and art educators looking for an engaging and easy-to-follow art project!

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 resource is awesome! Very detailed and has a lot of great information. My students enjoyed using it and they learned a great deal. This made my planning a lot easier! This made beautiful butterflies.” Brooke E.

★★★★ “Love this project! Easy to follow and all students can produce confidence-building results. Other teachers stopped to admire my board of beautiful butterflies.” Jennifer T.

★★★★ “This art activity turned out beautifully. It was really easy to follow and easy to implement.” Devon C.

This Art Resource is Recommended for Grades 2-6

What’s Included in this Art Lesson? (Non-Editable)

- Step-by-Step Video Art Tutorial, Easy-to-follow, engaging, and perfect for student independence!

- Step-by-Step Drawing Handout, Guides students through the process to ensure success.

- Full Lesson Plan (2 pages), Covers materials, learning outcomes, goals, and structured teacher & student tasks.

- Example of Completed Artwork, Inspire students before they begin!

- Bulletin Board Display Sign, Showcase their rainforest masterpieces with pride!

- Rubric for Easy Grading, Simplifies assessment and ensures fair evaluation.

- Art Making Reflection Worksheet, Encourages deeper thinking about their artwork.

- Artist Statement Template, Students can describe their creative process & inspiration.

- Student Project Reflection Sheet, Helps students evaluate their own work.

MATERIALS & MEDIUMS NEEDED

• Black construction paper or cardstock
• Soft pastels (chalk pastels)
• White wax crayon (for highlights)
• Pencil & eraser
• Step-by-step drawing handouts (included!)

How to Use This Art Resource

In the Classroom:

- Print & project the step-by-step instructions for the class to follow.

- Use the video tutorial as a demonstration or let students follow along at their own pace.

- Display the finished artwork on bulletin boards for a colorful rainforest-themed showcase!

For Homeschool or Distance Learning:

- Print the student handouts and follow along with the video tutorial.

- No special materials required, use pastels, colored pencils, or whatever is available!

- Encourage independent art exploration while learning about rainforest ecosystems.

For Sub Plans or Emergency Lessons:

- Zero prep, easy-to-follow art lesson, just print, prep materials, and play the video!

- Perfect for art on a cart or sub tubs, flexible, engaging, and mess-free!

Why This Art Lesson is Perfect for You!

Engaging & fun!, Kids love working with soft pastels, and the bright colors make this project stand out!

Easy to teach & prep, Designed for general classroom teachers, art teachers, and homeschoolers.

Flexible & adaptable, Works with any learning environment, from in-person to distance learning.

Encourages creativity & exploration, Students can experiment with blending and shading techniques.

About Ms Artastic

Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist who has been featured on NBC LX News and is passionate about bringing creativity to kids! She designs art lessons for classrooms and homeschool families, and you can explore all her free art resources here:

Important Usage Terms

You May: Use this lesson in your classroom year after year!

You May: Purchase additional licenses for school-wide use.

You May Not: Share, sell, or distribute this product to others.

Bring the vibrant beauty of the rainforest into your classroom with this easy-to-teach Blue Morpho Butterfly art lesson!

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FILES YOU WILL DOWNLOAD

• Blue Morpho Butterfly Rainforest 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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