Clay projects for middle school students

I won't lie... I have a love and hate relationship with clay. It is a magical and it is messy. It is amazingly fun and absolutely tiring. It is everywhere but everyone loves it. So once again it is time to tackle the magical medium. This year I am super excited to use the slab roller I was able to purchase using artsonia money from last year's snap my art fundraiser! And since I am all about giving kids a little bit of choice... I showed them how to create a clay pinwheel or trivet I demo'd…

It has been a summer of clay! Get inspired with 14 elementary clay project ideas, 2 projects per grade in K-5 with 2 bonus projects.

Check out clay project ideas to scaffold lessons in your elementary art, middle school art, or high school art class. Coil, pinch, & slab.

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How to teach clay is a common question. I offer tips, tricks and lessons for having a successful clay day.

I put together a booklet for the staff of the primary school I work in. They were wanting to learn about clay and some ideas of what they...

Get inspiration with this list of unique & easy clay pinch pot ideas, projects & lessons to try with beginners & children today.

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A wonderful ceramic crown, for the regal person (you?) in your life.

Animal pinch pots are a fun clay lesson for older kids and middle school students. Build a clay elephant with step-by-step instructions.