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"I love having this resource. I let my students pick the one they want to do. It never fails that there is some grumbling “I can’t draw”, but when they are finished they love what they accomplish and ask if they can take it home, as opposed to me hanging it up in the hallway. We have used these for inside recess, rewards, gifts, I have even left them in sub plans."
Welcome the season of flowers and fresh creativity with these Spring Directed Drawing Lessons — 10 step-by-step drawing activities that help students learn to draw springtime subjects with confidence and joy!
Perfect for Grades 1–4, and easily adaptable for Kindergarten or Grade 5, this resource helps students build drawing skills, develop fine motor control, and gain confidence as young artists. Each page guides them through a structured drawing process using simple visual steps — ideal for building focus, calm, and creativity in your classroom or homeschool setting.
Students can work directly on the included draw-on pages, in their sketchbooks, or on blank paper for larger creative compositions. You can even photocopy all pages into a classroom-directed drawing workbook using the included title and extra drawing pages — perfect for seasonal art centers, portfolios, or spring art journals.
This Resource Includes (Non-Editable):
- 10 Spring Directed Drawing Lessons with step-by-step visuals
- Subjects include: Duck in the Rain, Tulips, Bird’s Nest, Bird, Sheep, Birdhouse, Ladybug, Butterfly, Seedling, and Flower
- Draw-on pages for student sketching or workbook assembly
- Title/cover page for creating a seasonal directed drawing booklet
- Perfect for individual art lessons, art centers, or sketchbook activities
- Designed for Grades 1–4, adaptable for Kindergarten or Grade 5
Learning Objectives:
Students will:
- Follow step-by-step instructions to create recognizable drawings
- Strengthen line, shape, and proportion awareness
- Build fine motor skills and creative confidence
- Explore Elements of Art: Line, Shape, Space, and Pattern
- Develop focus, patience, and artistic independence
Perfect For:
- 🌸 Spring classroom or art lessons
- 🐣 Early finisher or sub-plan activities
- ✏️ Sketchbook and art journal work
- 🧠 Mindful drawing and SEL lessons
- 🏡 Homeschool seasonal art projects
- 🎨 Hallway or classroom displays featuring student spring artwork
How to Use:
Print and use individual pages or compile all drawings into a Spring Directed Drawing Workbook. Students can work directly on the provided draw-on pages, or use blank paper or sketchbooks for larger compositions.
Encourage outlining with black marker or fine liner before coloring with crayons, colored pencils, markers, or watercolor paint. These lessons fit perfectly into a 30–45 minute art block and can easily be extended into multi-day projects by adding color, background, and creative details.
FAQ
Q: What grade levels is this best for?
A: These directed drawings are perfect for Grades 1–4, but can easily be adapted for Kindergarten or Grade 5 by adjusting pacing and simplifying or extending steps.
Q: How can I use this resource?
A: Use these as individual art lessons, sketchbook tasks, or photocopy all pages into a student-directed drawing workbook. Students can draw directly on the provided pages, in sketchbooks, or on blank paper.
Q: How long does each lesson take?
A: Each directed drawing typically takes 30–45 minutes, depending on the age and skill level of your students.
Q: Can I pair this with other subjects?
A: Absolutely! Combine it with spring writing prompts, science lessons on growth and life cycles, or create spring-themed art displays in your classroom.
Q: What materials do I need?
A: You’ll only need pencil, eraser, and coloring tools—crayons, markers, colored pencils, or watercolor. Outline with black fine liner or marker for a polished look.
About the Author:
Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist and educator whose work has been featured on NBC LX News and in OCO Magazine as the featured educator on the cover of the October 2025 edition. She designs Art Lessons for Kids and Educational Resources for Teachers, and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.
Start your creative journey with my FREE Art Lesson Starter Pack:
👉 https://www.artastickids.com/freeart
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I WORK TOWARDS EARNING 5 STARS! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Sincerely,
Ms Artastic
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Sarah T.
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"I love having this resource. I let my students pick the one they want to do. It never fails that there is some grumbling “I can’t draw”, but when they are finished they love what they accomplish and ask if they can take it home, as opposed to me hanging it up in the hallway. We have used these for inside recess, rewards, gifts, I have even left them in sub plans."
Welcome the season of flowers and fresh creativity with these Spring Directed Drawing Lessons — 10 step-by-step drawing activities that help students learn to draw springtime subjects with confidence and joy!
Perfect for Grades 1–4, and easily adaptable for Kindergarten or Grade 5, this resource helps students build drawing skills, develop fine motor control, and gain confidence as young artists. Each page guides them through a structured drawing process using simple visual steps — ideal for building focus, calm, and creativity in your classroom or homeschool setting.
Students can work directly on the included draw-on pages, in their sketchbooks, or on blank paper for larger creative compositions. You can even photocopy all pages into a classroom-directed drawing workbook using the included title and extra drawing pages — perfect for seasonal art centers, portfolios, or spring art journals.
This Resource Includes (Non-Editable):
- 10 Spring Directed Drawing Lessons with step-by-step visuals
- Subjects include: Duck in the Rain, Tulips, Bird’s Nest, Bird, Sheep, Birdhouse, Ladybug, Butterfly, Seedling, and Flower
- Draw-on pages for student sketching or workbook assembly
- Title/cover page for creating a seasonal directed drawing booklet
- Perfect for individual art lessons, art centers, or sketchbook activities
- Designed for Grades 1–4, adaptable for Kindergarten or Grade 5
Learning Objectives:
Students will:
- Follow step-by-step instructions to create recognizable drawings
- Strengthen line, shape, and proportion awareness
- Build fine motor skills and creative confidence
- Explore Elements of Art: Line, Shape, Space, and Pattern
- Develop focus, patience, and artistic independence
Perfect For:
- 🌸 Spring classroom or art lessons
- 🐣 Early finisher or sub-plan activities
- ✏️ Sketchbook and art journal work
- 🧠 Mindful drawing and SEL lessons
- 🏡 Homeschool seasonal art projects
- 🎨 Hallway or classroom displays featuring student spring artwork
How to Use:
Print and use individual pages or compile all drawings into a Spring Directed Drawing Workbook. Students can work directly on the provided draw-on pages, or use blank paper or sketchbooks for larger compositions.
Encourage outlining with black marker or fine liner before coloring with crayons, colored pencils, markers, or watercolor paint. These lessons fit perfectly into a 30–45 minute art block and can easily be extended into multi-day projects by adding color, background, and creative details.
FAQ
Q: What grade levels is this best for?
A: These directed drawings are perfect for Grades 1–4, but can easily be adapted for Kindergarten or Grade 5 by adjusting pacing and simplifying or extending steps.
Q: How can I use this resource?
A: Use these as individual art lessons, sketchbook tasks, or photocopy all pages into a student-directed drawing workbook. Students can draw directly on the provided pages, in sketchbooks, or on blank paper.
Q: How long does each lesson take?
A: Each directed drawing typically takes 30–45 minutes, depending on the age and skill level of your students.
Q: Can I pair this with other subjects?
A: Absolutely! Combine it with spring writing prompts, science lessons on growth and life cycles, or create spring-themed art displays in your classroom.
Q: What materials do I need?
A: You’ll only need pencil, eraser, and coloring tools—crayons, markers, colored pencils, or watercolor. Outline with black fine liner or marker for a polished look.
About the Author:
Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic) is an artist and educator whose work has been featured on NBC LX News and in OCO Magazine as the featured educator on the cover of the October 2025 edition. She designs Art Lessons for Kids and Educational Resources for Teachers, and hosts the Ms Artastic YouTube Channel and Podcast.
Start your creative journey with my FREE Art Lesson Starter Pack:
👉 https://www.artastickids.com/freeart
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I WORK TOWARDS EARNING 5 STARS! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Images and Lessons are Copyright Products
YOU MAY:
Use this resource for classroom, homeschool, or personal educational use. Print and project for student learning.
YOU MAY NOT:
Share this with other teachers or post it online. Each educator must purchase their own license.
Sincerely,
Ms Artastic
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Before December gets too busy, I wanted to pause and send a genuine thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your feedback, your reviews, your messages — they mean everything to me. When you take the time to share how a lesson went, what your students enjoyed, or how a resource helped make your day easier, it truly fuels the work I do. I read every note. I appreciate every comment. And I’m grateful for you being here in this creative community with me.
BTW grab my free December Art Inspiration Guide Here!
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I've also just released brand-new Christmas art lessons — each one includes guided drawing steps, reading comprehension, writing prompts, reflection pages, and extra art activities to help you bring calm, creativity, and structure into the busiest month of the year.
Here are the newest holiday lessons:
• Gnome Christmas Art Lesson • Santa Claus Portrait Drawing Lesson • Candy Cane Art Lesson (Version 1) • Santa’s Elf Art Lesson • Reindeer Art Lesson • Candy Cane Art Lesson (Version 2)
If you’d like to browse everything available at 25% off — including winter art lessons, sketchbook prompts, Elements of Art units, Principles of Design, drawing tutorials, and more — you can explore the whole store here: Ms Artastic TPT Store
Thank you again for being here, for using my lessons with your students, and for the care you pour into your classrooms and homes every single day. I hope these resources help bring a little peace and a lot of joy into your December.
Warmly, Kathleen (Ms Artastic)
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Hello Brooke,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review on my resource—it truly means the world to me. Every bit of feedback reminds me why I started creating lessons in the first place: to support teachers like you who are working so hard to bring creativity into your classrooms. I know how much love, energy, and time you pour into your students, and your words let me know that these resources are making a difference.
I also wanted to share a little reminder—whenever you leave feedback on Teachers Pay Teachers, you earn credits that can be applied toward your next purchase. It’s TPT’s way of saying thank you, and it means your kind review today can help you save on future resources you might need.
Right now, my entire store is on sale during the TPT BONUS Sitewide Sale (August 26 & 27)—everything is up to 25% off with code BTSBONUS25. If you’d like to explore more resources to make back-to-school smoother, you can visit my store here:---> Ms Artastic TPT Store
And because I always want to support you with extra inspiration, I created a FREE Back-to-School Inspiration Guide for Art Education filled with lesson ideas, sketchbook prompts, and tips for every grade level. You can grab your free copy here (just copy and paste the link into your browser):- https://msartastic.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/August-Back-to-School-FREE-Inspiration-Guide.pdf
Thank you again for supporting my work and for everything you do to spark creativity in your classroom. I’m so grateful for you, and I can’t wait to continue creating resources that help make your teaching life just a little bit easier.
With creativity and gratitude, Kathleen McGiveron (Ms Artastic)
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback—I truly appreciate your support! I'm so glad my resource was helpful in your classroom or homeschool setting.
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Thanks again for your feedback and for supporting my work!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback—I truly appreciate your support! I'm so glad my resource was helpful in your classroom or homeschool setting.
Just a heads up! You can save 25% in the Ms Artastic TPT store on August 5th & 6th by using the code BTS25 at checkout. It’s the perfect time to grab more engaging art lessons, sketchbook prompts, Elements of Art units, seasonal art projects, or no-prep sub plans to make planning a breeze this year.
You can explore the full store here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/ms-artastic-art-projects-and-lesson-plans
Thanks again for your feedback and for supporting my work!
Thank you so much for your kind feedback and support! I truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review — it means the world to me and helps me keep creating even more resources to support amazing educators like you all year long. Whether you’re looking for seasonal art lessons, classroom management-friendly activities, or creative projects that build fine motor skills and imagination, I’ve got you covered!
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End of Year Graduation Craft Writing Prompt Worksheets
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