Draw, Learn, and Explore: Geography Through Art

Welcome! I'm so glad you are checking out this class...it is one of my favorite to teach! 

In this class, students will explore biomes, ecosystems, and natural wonders through engaging lessons and hands-on art projects. Each session begins with a friendly check-in or icebreaker question to help everyone feel comfortable and excited. Then, I share a dynamic Google Slides presentation (about 15 minutes) full of interesting facts, visuals, and stories about the week's subject. During coral reef week, for example, students learn what constitutes a coral reef, what they look like, where in the world they are, the vital importance of them, how we might preserve them, and fun facts about parrot fish who live in them (like the fact that parrot fish EAT corral and excrete it as sand, to replenish the beach!). 

After that, students spend 25–35 minutes creating a full-sized art project based on the week’s topic. I guide them step-by-step, sharing my screen as I draw, but I encourage students to personalize their projects with their own ideas and creative touches. Throughout the artistic portion, I offer encouragement, feedback, and tips to help them create their best work. The class wraps up with an open share where students are invited to proudly show off their creations to the group. My warm, friendly teaching style ensures a fun and supportive environment for young artists to grow and learn! 

Jump in anytime, as each week has its own subject! Beginning in January 2025, here are some of our topics: 

Week of January 6th: Glaciers 
Week of January 13th: Mesas/Buttes 
Week of January 20th: Norwegian Fjords
Week of January 27th: Cinder Cone Volcanoes 
Week of February 3rd: No Class :-( 
Week of February 10th: Limestone Caves
Week of February 17th: Hot Springs 
Week of February 24th: River Deltas 
Week of March 3rd: Canyons 
Week of March 10th: Arches National Park 
Week of March 17th: Sandbars 
Week of March 24th: Tide Pools 
Week of March 31st: Prairies  
Week of April 7th:  Deciduous Forests 
Week of April 14th: Grasslands 
Week of April 21st: Dune Fields 
Week of April 28th: Kelp Forest 
Week of May 5th: Rocky Tundra 
Week of May 12th: Mangroves 
Week of May 19th: Mudflat Ecosystems 
.....and more each week!