Chalk Pastel Art Lessons

These Chalk Pastel Art Lessons teach students the basics of using chalk pastels. Students research the history of chalk pastels and the medium itself, draw on prior knowledge, learn terminology, and watch a PowerPoint presentation with examples.

They practice value scales, tints, tones and shades and a color wheel in chalk pastel, and then research, plan and create their own chalk pastel art piece.

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING

★★★★★ “I used the handouts in this for practice before doing our chalk project- looking forward to trying out the other materials in future.” Made by Merci

WHAT'S INCLUDED (STUDENT WORKBOOK AND PRESENTATION)

• Lesson Plan (2 pages)
• Art Rubric
• Chalk Pastel PowerPoint Presentation (13 slides)
• Student Workbook: title page, What I Know About Chalk Pastels Already, What Are Chalk Pastels, Inquiry: History of Chalk Pastels, Inquiry: Chalk Pastels, Inquiry: Chalk Pastel Artwork Collage, Terminology (find and define), Primary Colors, Secondary Colors, Chalk Pastel Color Wheel, Value, Tints, Tones and Shades, Art Project Research, Brainstorm Ideas for Final Project, Reference Images for Final Project, Rough Draft, Chalk Pastel Reflection, Peer Feedback, and Evaluation of Booklet

WHAT STUDENTS LEARN

The workbook moves from what students already know, through research and skill practice, to planning and creating a final piece, with reflection and peer feedback at the end.

Learning outcomes listed in the resource: intermediate skill building and knowledge of materials for drawing and painting (mark-making materials for painting, e.g. watercolour, acrylic, ink); developing knowledge and use of tools and equipment for drawing and painting (mark-making tools, e.g. brushes, pens, stylus); developing knowledge and use of processes and techniques for drawing and painting; and vocabulary related to drawing and painting.

FAQ

What is in the student workbook?

Inquiry and research pages, terminology, primary and secondary color practice, a color wheel, value and tints, tones and shades pages, final project planning pages, a rough draft page, reflection, peer feedback and a booklet evaluation.

Is there a presentation?

Yes. A 13-slide chalk pastel PowerPoint presentation with examples is included.

How is the work assessed?

With the art rubric, peer feedback and the evaluation of booklet page.

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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. Additional licenses are available for school use.

YOU MAY NOT: 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

ALL TEACHER REVIEWS (33)

★★★ “Students particularly enjoyed the progressive skill-building before advancing to their own creative pieces. The peer feedback component helped them gain confidence in discussing their artistic choices.” The D.

★★★★ “It was very easy to set up and students were engaged.” A D.

★★★★ “This is perfect for our unit on pastels in my art class. Thanks!” Chelsea S.

★★★★ “Great resource for chalk! Chalk pastel gets real messy real fast, so this definitely helps reign it in :)” Wildflower A.

★★★ “Great resource! Easy to follow for both students and teachers.” Shauna W.

★★★★★ “A great resource to learn about and practice this medium.” Zenful Z.

★★★★★ “Great lessons, provides choice of activities!” Linette P.

★★★★★ “A complete project product very well done.” Richard W.

★★★★★ “Looking forward to using this as an intro to chalk pastels!” Shelley B.

★★★★★ “My kids in adapted art love to use pastels and this helped them see the various steps.” Manuela D.

★★★★★ “Great resource for using chalk pastels in the art classroom, beginning or advanced.” Brandi C.

★★★★★ “This is great, I think students will enjoy using this for independent stations and for fast finishers!” Explore2Learn