African art for kids

African Line Art Kindergarten thru 5th grade This was a great project to introduce a couple of art terms. Proportion and composi...

This African sunset shadow tracing art is a great actvity for kids. A fun way to use toys in arts and crafts for kids.

The children looked at the patterns and imagery adorning West African tribal masks, before creating their own striking examples. Each child was given a mask shape cut out from brown paper, which th…

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In this famous artist lesson children will meet Esther Mahlangu and learn about African art. We’ll learn about Ndebele culture and create our own Esther Mahlangu-inspired art. Esther Mahlangu African art lesson for children > > QUICK RESOURCE > > Download our ready-made Black History Month Unit In this lesson […]

3rd Grade students enjoyed making their own versions of African Mud Cloths. They viewed a powerpoint with many examples and learned the history and traditional methods of their creation. Of course …

Have you ever wanted to go on safari and experience the most spectacular skies? Africa's safari sunsets are incomparable! With a horizon stretched endlessly as far as the eye can see, the sky's breathtaking hues look like they're about to catch fire. Want to make your own beautiful African safari sunset? This sunset shadow tracing art is super easy and comes out beautifully every time. The perfect activity for your little ones for some pretend play and a quick geography lesson! Materials…

During a recent African unit, my kids and I made Kente "cloths." Here's how we did it.

Body made with doodles and bowl have label of what is being carried