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Intro to Cryptography: Secret Codes, Ciphers & Cryptogram Activity | GT Activity
Unlock the World of Secret Codes!Bring high‑engagement problem‑solving into your classroom with this complete Intro to Cryptography lesson pack. Students explore ciphers, codes, cryptograms, glyphs, and the fascinating science behind secret communication. Perfect for Gifted & Talented, STEM enrichment, logic units, and upper‑elementary extension. This resource breaks down complex ideas into clear, student‑friendly explanations and hands‑on activities. Students learn how to encrypt and decr
3rd - 6th
Other (Math), Other (Science), Visual Arts
Keystone Species Agamograph
Trying to get your students to visualize what an ecosystem looks like with and without the presence of a keystone species? After teaching them about the well known examples of sea otters and sea stars, have students choose a keystone species they'd like to illustrate, and then visualize an ecosystem with and without their presence through a fun artistic technique - an agamograph! There are plenty of YouTube videos to help you with the actual technique of an agamograph (I did not author any so I
6th - 12th
Environment, Other (Science), Visual Arts
CCSS, NGSS
CCRA.L.1
, CCRA.L.2
, HS-LS2-6
Halloween Art | Interactive Augmented Reality (AR) Haunted Art | TEKS
🎨 Halloween Art Interactive Augmented Reality (AR) Haunted ArtThis innovative lesson merges traditional art with technology. Students create drawings enhanced with QR codes that link to sounds, videos, or animations. ✅ Includes: TEKS alignment for grades 3–12Learning Intention & Success CriteriaAR templates & planning chartsYouTube tutorials for AR & QR codesDifferentiation for elementary through high school✨ Classroom Use: Brings a tech-forward element into art class.
K - 12th
Art History, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
STEAM Activities, Music Culture Project, Art Lesson, Damaru Drum Sculpture
Bring creativity, culture, and hands-on learning into your classroom with the Damaru Drum Sculpture Project Kit! This all-in-one resource is perfect for educators of any background—even those without an artistic inclination. Students will design and build their own functional Damaru drum, blending art, music, science, and cultural studies in a fun, engaging way. The kit includes everything you need: ✅ Step-by-step lesson plans ✅ Printable student handouts ✅ PowerPoint presentation to introdu
7th - 12th
Music, Visual Arts, World History
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.D.8
, 4.MD.A.3
, 5.NF.B.6
+8
TED Talk: What’s the point(e) of ballet?- Ming Luke
This TED-Ed companion resource explores the timeless art of ballet through one of its most iconic works: The Sleeping Beauty. Students will discover how gestures, choreography, and music combine to tell stories without words, while also examining the technical brilliance and physical demands of ballet. With 20 thought-provoking discussion questions, a structured essay prompt, and a multi-perspective debate topic, this resource encourages students to analyze ballet as both narrative and performa
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Literature, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Technology and Creativity Lesson Plan
This administrator-approved lesson plan clearly outlines objectives, standards, pacing, and instructional intent for an Art & Technology unit. Written in professional language suitable for observations, evaluations, or lesson plan submissions. Aligned to: Georgia Visual Arts StandardsGeorgia Computer Science (Digital Citizenship)Perfect for: ObservationsEvaluationsCurriculum documentation
5th - 6th
Computer Science - Technology, Instructional Technology, Visual Arts
Popcorn Drawing Challenge Shading Study for Beginners
⭐ Teacher Guide: Drawing 3D Forms Using Only Shading (Popcorn + Sunlight Activity)🎯 Lesson Goal (What students will learn)Students will understand: How light direction creates highlights, midtones, core shadows, and cast shadows.Why highlights are essential for making an object look 3D.How to draw without outlines, using only value changes.How natural sunlight creates strong, clear contrast that makes shading easier to observe.
Not Specific
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Photomicrography Art Project
I created this art lesson to accompany an introduction to the microscope. You do not need a microscope to do this project. This is a tried and true favorite, and the students love learning about photomicrography and creating their art. These turn out fantastic, and you need few supplies. You can be flexible on the art materials you use, but I used watercolor pencils and sharpies. Students will need access to a computer. This will take about 3 to 4 class periods to complete.
5th - 8th
Biology, Visual Arts
Fantasy Maps
This is a 2 to 3 week lesson I use with my gifted students. They create Fantasy Maps and write about them. This is one of my most successful lessons. I have used it for Gifted art and intellectually gifted. The students love creating these. This is a complete power point that explains everything and gives examples. The only supplies needed are large sheets of paper, rulers, markers, colored pencils, pencils and computers for looking at lists of words or map icons and images. Gifted Outcomes are
5th - 8th
Creative Writing, Visual Arts
Also included in: Gifted and Talented Life Savers! Huge Bundle!
Anaphora/ Poetry with activities
This is a complete power point with two writing/ art activities introducing Anaphora as a writing tool. The power point shows examples and reviews writing tools and concludes with a fun art project. The only supplies needed are the power point, paper, markers or crayons and pencils. Students have to think creatively and brainstorm ideas. They may work in a small group or alone. Everything you need to teach is in the power point. Students may want to use their computers to generate words or look
3rd - 6th
Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in: Gifted and Talented Life Savers! Huge Bundle!
How to animate in power point
This is a complete, detailed step by step power point with examples introducing your students to animating using power point. They will be guided to create a simple animation and set transitions. They will use this information to create their own stories and animations. This is always a huge hit with my students and is a great way for them to learn about power point, animation, and creative writing. They LOVE this activity. The directions given are for someone using an Apple computer.
4th - 7th
Computer Science - Technology, Creative Writing, Visual Arts
Also included in: Gifted and Talented Life Savers! Huge Bundle!
Tinkercad 3D Printing Projects Bundle | 6 Beginner STEM Activities | Grades 5-9
Save 20% with this 6-project Tinkercad 3D printing bundle! Includes: Key Holder, Name Keychain, Pencil Topper, Desk Nameplate, Planter with Drainage Tray, and Custom Phone Stand. Each project includes teacher guides, rubrics, worksheets, and step-by-step instructions. Perfect for grades 5–9 STEM, makerspaces, and technology classes. What's Included in This Bundle:1. Key Holder / Hook Rack (2-day project)Design an animal-shaped key holderLearn design constraints (wall thickness, screw hole size)S
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
3D Printing Desk Nameplate – STEM/STEAM Tinkercad Project
Bring 3D design to life with this ready-to-use Desk Nameplate Project for Tinkercad! Perfect for introducing additive manufacturing, CAD fundamentals, and real-world design constraints, this engaging 2–3 day lesson guides students through sketching, digital modeling, peer review, and reflection. Students will design a triangular standing nameplate with engraved or raised text, learning professional design rules while expressing personal identity. Whether your class is new to 3D printing or
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
3D Printing Lesson: Planter with Drainage Tray – Tinkercad STEM/STEAM Project
Engage your students in functional 3D design with this ready-to-use lesson plan for creating a planter with a drainage tray in Tinkercad. This project teaches real-world design constraints, additive manufacturing concepts, and problem-solving—all while letting students personalize a useful object. Perfect for beginning and intermediate Tinkercad users, this resource walks students through the entire design process: from sketching and planning to digital modeling, peer review, exporting, and r
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
How to Make a Video Game Cover PowerPoint presentation and handout
How to Make a Video Game Cover PowerPoint presentation and handout
This is a presentation that gives examples of good video game covers. It talks about the art, the text, the colors, and how to convey a message. It has a link to a video on one slide as well.
You can either show the presentation or give as a handout, I have included a PDF version of the presentation as well as the PowerPoint file.
After I go over the presentation I usually have students draw or find images for their cover the
9th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, Visual Arts
Film Festival Program
As part of the Video Academy course, have the students make a program to give an added touch of fun. Edit the Word document and insert student art for an added touch.
2nd - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, Visual Arts
Feelings & Help Card | Self-Regulation and Self-Advocacy Visual for Elementary
Support students in recognizing emotions, regulating frustration, and asking for help appropriately with this Feelings & Help visual card, designed for elementary-aged learners. Print, Laminate, and use forever!This simple, icon-based self-regulation tool helps students pause, identify how they feel, and choose a next step—reducing shutdowns, avoidance, and emotional overwhelm during academic tasks. It's inconspicuous - students can easily keep it in their desk, tucked in a notebook, or in a
2nd - 5th
School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning, Visual Arts
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