Classroom Portrait Art Lesson

Inspired by the children's book, Keisha Ann Can by Daniel Kirk, this video art lesson is a fun portrait to do with young artists in grades K-2. Feel free to use different materials and be creative with the video. The video has step-by-step instructions on how to complete the portrait.

This art lesson video can be used in a classroom setting or at home. If you use this in the classroom, it should take approximately 2-3, 50 minute class periods to complete. Visit www.artforthecreativesoul.com to find a video book reading of Keisha Ann Can and more great art resources.

This art lesson covers:

Elements & Principles of Design

• Color
• Line
• Pattern
• Shape
• Texture
• Unity

Cross-Curricular Connections

• ELA
• Math
• Social Studies

This video has four parts: