Valentines Day Art Project Puppy Painting Valentines Art Lesson Activity

This Puppy Love Art Lesson is a Valentine's Day mixed media project that makes a sweet bulletin board display. Students use tempera paint and soft pastels to create a heart-filled puppy artwork while exploring painting techniques, color blending and composition.

It is a low-prep lesson for elementary and middle school students, and it also works for homeschool art, bulletin board displays and substitute teacher plans. Step-by-step visuals, a detailed lesson plan, a grading rubric and a student drawing handout support you through the lesson.

WHAT'S INCLUDED (NON-EDITABLE)

• Complete Lesson Plan (2 pages) with learning objectives, materials and step-by-step instructions
• Step-by-Step Visual and Text Instructions
• Puppy Love Step-by-Step Drawing Handout
• Bulletin Board Sign
• Example of the Completed Art Piece
• Grading Rubric
• Student and Teacher Art Project Assessment
• Student Reflection Worksheet
• Artist Statement Template

HOW TO USE IT

Project the step-by-step guide for students to follow, or use it as your demonstration guide. Gather materials in advance and photocopy the student handouts, such as the rubric, drawing guide and reflection sheet. Show the finished example to introduce the project.

Materials listed: pencil, eraser, black felt pen, washable felt markers, card stock or watercolor paper, tempera paint, red and pink paper, paintbrush and water, and copies of the step-by-step drawing handout.

FAQ

Who is this for?

Elementary and middle school students in a classroom or homeschool, and substitute teachers who need a Valentine's art plan.

What art skills does it teach?

Painting techniques, color blending and composition, with exploration of color, line and texture.

Is it hard to prep?

No. It is low prep. Print the handouts and teach.

Is it editable?

No. The resource is non-editable.

ALL TEACHER REVIEWS (3)

★★★ “Great art lesson” Sue R.

★★★★ “Another great lesson!” Kirsten L.

★★★★★ “Great resource for my art club project. Thanks” Kim D.

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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 resource in your classroom, homeschool or for personal use, and print it for bulletin board displays, binder covers and student reference materials.

YOU MAY NOT: share it with other teachers, administrators or school districts (each educator must purchase their own license), upload it to any public website, blog or Google Drive for free access, or sell, distribute or photocopy it for non-licensed use.

Sincerely,

Ms Artastic