Introduce your students to the Elements of Art: Shape & Form with this comprehensive, engaging art unit designed for elementary and middle school students! This SHAPE & FORM Art Unit provides a video presentation, informational handouts, a mini art challenge, and 3 FULL step-by-step art project tutorials, making teaching easy and ensuring students gain a deep understanding of these essential art elements. This complete art resource includes lesson plans, rubrics, assessments, and bulletin board display signs to help students explore, create, and refine their artistic skills. With a focus on geometric and organic shapes, perspective, and three-dimensional forms, students will experiment with a range of techniques while building confidence in their artistic abilities. Perfect for: Elementary & Middle School Art Teachers Homeschool Art Educators Art on a Cart Teachers Substitute & Emergency Art Lessons WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS ART UNIT? (Non-Editable, American English) This 110+ page resource is a complete unit on the Elements of Art: Shape & Form and includes: Lesson 1: Introduction to Shape & Form About Shape & Form Video Presentation About Shape & Form PDF Slide Presentation (for teachers who prefer to teach instead of using video) Student Handouts – Informational pages with guided notes for student reference Lesson 2: Mini Art Challenge – Exploring Shape & Form Lesson Plan Mini Art Challenge – Students experiment with shapes and forms through an introductory warm-up activity Lesson 3: Art History – About Artist Wayne Thiebaud Lesson Plan Wayne Thiebaud Informational Handout – Learn how he used form, color, and perspective Note-Taking Page – Encourages students to analyze and reflect on the artist’s work Lesson 4: Art Project Tutorial – Floating Forms Artwork Explore depth and layering by creating an abstract floating forms composition Lesson 5: Art Project Tutorial – Wayne Thiebaud Inspired Cake Artwork Learn perspective, form, and color mixing by painting delicious 3D cakes inspired by Thiebaud Lesson 6: Art Project Tutorial – Abstract Art with Geometric & Organic Shapes Experiment with balance, shape contrast, and composition through a vibrant abstract artwork WHAT’S INCLUDED IN EACH ART PROJECT TUTORIAL? Each Art Project Tutorial includes: Lesson Plan (2 pages) covering materials, learning objectives, and step-by-step guidance Bulletin Board Sign for displaying finished student artwork Example of Completed Art Piece to show students before they begin Step-by-Step Drawing Handout to guide students through the process Visual & Text-Based Art Project Demonstration – Each step includes images and clear instructions Rubric for grading the final project Student/Teacher Art Project Assessment – Matches the provided rubric for consistent evaluation Student Reflection Worksheet – Encourages self-assessment and artistic growth Artist Statement Template – Helps students articulate their creative process and artistic intent HOW TO USE THIS RESOURCE: Prep Instructions: Print & photocopy necessary student handouts (step-by-steps, rubrics, and reflection sheets) Gather materials listed in each lesson plan before teaching Project the step-by-step slides on a screen for students to follow, or use them as a guide for live demonstrations Teaching Guide: Introduce Shape & Form using the video or slide presentation Engage students in the Mini Art Challenge to warm up and explore these elements Teach historical connections through the Wayne Thiebaud lesson Guide students through three hands-on art projects that build technique and creativity Display student work using the included bulletin board signs GRAB MY FREE ART LESSONS! 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