Design and Create

(Updated: January 7, 2022)

BC Curriculum Links:

Arts Education

Deep Space Sparkle – Offers art lesson plans and teaching resources that will help you teach art to kids.
Kinder Art – There are lots of lesson plans, creative activities, printable downloads, and more. This particular section have “grade 6-8” level activities. Grade levels are only a guideline, and not a determining factor!
Art Projects for Kids – Art Projects for Kids is a collection of fun and easy art projects that include hundreds of how to draw tutorials.
Art with Mrs. Nguyen – There are a ton of art education resources here. She has very specific skill sections.

A list of apps you can use
A2Z Homeschooling – Music lessons, games, etc.
Making Music Fun – Ready-to-teach music lesson plans for tempo, rhythm, pitch, etc.
Dynamic Music Room – Helpful resources for music teachers, parents, students, and all musicians. The layout can be a bit difficult to sift through, but there are many hidden gems in there.
Classics for Kids – “Music not only has the power to stimulate the mind, enrich the heart and soothe the soul; it can help children to think more creatively, develop craftsmanship and discipline and learn the value of excellence. The Parents section contains information that will help you guide your child’s interest in music and its study successfully.

Drama Resource – “Drama strategies – also known as drama techniques or drama conventions – are the everyday tools of the drama teacher. They help to develop inquiry skills, to encourage negotiation, understanding and creativity. They can enhance performance skills such as character development and storytelling and be used across the curriculum to actively involve students in their own learning.” You will also be able to find lessons, apps, and videos.
Drama Notebook – Drama games, activities. etc.

A2Z Homeschooling Dance Resources
The Ballet Coach – “I stream LIVE ballet classes for all ages from little ones to adults. I also have some fun & imaginative ballet story videos for younger children to practice dance at home too. My aim is to keep us all dancing from our living rooms and help children build self-confidence, creativity and increase their physical activity through dance.”
Learn How to Dance Youtube Channel – TikTok dances, popular dances, basic dance moves, etc.

Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies

Media Smarts – “Click on a grade level under Applied Design, Skills and Technologies for a list of digital literacy-related outcomes and links to supporting resources from the MediaSmarts site. (Note: as many of our lessons can be adapted to suit different grade levels, specific lessons may be listed for more than one grade. Teachers should also note that individual lessons often satisfy a number of learning outcomes.)”