The Artists’ Letters | Artist Study & Creative Art Integration for Elementary





The Artists’ Letters | Artist Study & Creative Art Integration for Elementary
Looking for an engaging and flexible way to introduce your elementary students to famous artists, seasonal themes, and art history? The Artists' Letters is a unique and inspiring resource that brings ten artists to life through creative, hands-on learning.
This is a perfect elementary-level activity to introduce students to 10 artists and their artwork. What could be better than learning through creativity? Completing a hands-on project that highlights an artist’s work is a great way to integrate history, reading, and art in a meaningful and engaging way.
Each artist is introduced through a short, narrative-style letter written in the first person—just right for young readers. Students are invited into the artist’s world as they learn about their life, inspirations, and creative process. Paired with each letter is a fun and age-appropriate art project that reflects the artist’s style or themes.
What’s Included:
10 Artist Letters (written from the perspective of each artist)
Coordinating creative art activities
Seasonal themes woven into artist selection and projects
Cross-curricular connections (Art, ELA, History)
Options for individual artist studies or a full two-week unit
Representation of male and female artists from various cultures and time periods
Featured Artists:
Paul Cézanne
Martiros Sarian
Gustav Klimt
James Hamilton Hays
Claude Monet
Clementine Hunter
Dong Shouping
Eugène Verboeckhoven
Maria Sibylla Merian
Robert McCloskey
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
Encourages creativity while building listening and comprehension skills
Provides a meaningful introduction to art history and global perspectives
Flexible for use with small groups, whole class, or art centers
Aligned with seasonal learning themes for year-round relevance
Inspires a lifelong love of learning and art
Whether you're looking to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, or add joyful creativity to your lessons, The Artists' Letters offers an enriching experience your students will remember.