Art History Studies
Introduce your children to some of history’s most beloved artists through gentle, engaging mini studies designed for homeschool and classroom learning. Each study combines art history, nature, geography, hands on creativity, and thoughtful observation to help children build an appreciation for beauty while learning about the lives and works of influential artists. Perfect for elementary-aged learners, these printable studies make art history both meaningful and enjoyable-one artists at a time.
Introduce your children to one of history’s greatest artists, inventors, and thinkers through this beautifully illustrated 12-page Leonardo da Vinci Artist Study. Inspired by a Charlotte Mason approach, this printable mini study encourages children to observe carefully, ask thoughtful questions, and discover the wonder of God’s creation through art, nature, science, and history.
Perfect for elementary-aged learners, this study combines engaging reading, hands-on activities, and beautiful watercolor illustrations to help children connect with Leonardo’s life and legacy in a meaningful way.
This 12-page mini study includes:
• Child-friendly biography of Leonardo da Vinci
• Renaissance art techniques explained simply
• Geography of Renaissance Italy (Florence, Vinci, Milan & France)
• First-person “My Curious Childhood” story
• Reading comprehension activities
• Leonardo the Inventor page featuring his famous inventions
• Bird nature study inspired by Leonardo’s observations of nature
• Famous works study including the Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, Lady with an Ermine, Vitruvian Man, and Virgin of the Rocks
• Original poem: Under Leonardo’s Sky
• Poetry copywork page
• Sketch page inspired by Leonardo’s notebook studies
• Step-by-step shading lesson to introduce basic drawing techniques
This study works wonderfully as a stand-alone lesson or as part of a larger artist, history, or Renaissance unit. It is suitable for homeschool families, classrooms, co-ops, and independent learners.
Details:
* Printable PDF
* 12 pages
* US Letter (8.5” × 11”)
* Recommended for approximately ages 7–12
Bring the Renaissance to life while encouraging curiosity, creativity, careful observation, and a lifelong love of learning.
Introduce children to the beauty of Claude Monet through this thoughtfully designed 10-page printable artist study. Perfect for both homeschool families and classroom teachers, this engaging mini study blends art appreciation with nature study, geography, history, observation, poetry, and hands-on creativity.
Inspired by the Charlotte Mason philosophy of learning through beauty, this study encourages children to slow down, observe carefully, and appreciate the natural world through the eyes of one of history’s most beloved artists.
Inside this 10-page printable you’ll find:
* Introduction to Claude Monet
* What is Impressionism?
* Geography study of Giverny, France
* First-person story about Monet’s childhood
* Simple Monet-inspired painting project
* Water Lily nature study
* Four of Monet’s most famous paintings with observation questions
* Original poem inspired by Monet’s garden
* Poetry copywork page
* Outdoor sketch and observation page
Educational Subjects Included
* Art History
* Impressionism
* Geography
* Nature Study
* Botany
* Observation Skills
* Poetry
* Copywork
* Reading Comprehension
* Creative Art Project
This printable is ideal for:
* Homeschool lessons
* Classroom art units
* Elementary art enrichment
* Nature study
* Charlotte Mason-inspired learning
* Morning work
* Fine arts studies
* Unit studies
* Co-ops
Designed for approximately ages 7–12, this resource encourages children to explore art while developing careful observation, creativity, and an appreciation for the beauty found in nature.
Please Note: This is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.
Introduce children to the life and art of Vincent van Gogh through this beautiful 10-page printable artist study inspired by Charlotte Mason-style learning. Designed for both homeschool families and classroom teachers, this mini study combines art history, geography, nature study, poetry, observation, and hands-on creativity in one engaging resource.
Children will discover Van Gogh’s fascinating life, learn what made his painting style so unique, explore the beautiful countryside of southern France, study the iconic sunflower, and create their own Van Gogh-inspired masterpiece.
Perfect for elementary learners, this study encourages careful observation, creative expression, and an appreciation for one of history’s most beloved artists.
This 10-page mini study includes:
• Artist introduction and biography
• Van Gogh’s unique painting style explained for children
• Geography study of Provence, France
• First-person historical story about Van Gogh’s childhood and perseverance
• Step-by-step “Paint Like Van Gogh” art project
• Nature study featuring sunflowers
• Observation page with Van Gogh’s most famous paintings
• Original poetry inspired by Van Gogh’s world
• Poetry copywork page
• Open-ended sketchbook page
Perfect for:
• Homeschool lessons
• Classroom art units
• Morning work
• Fine arts enrichment
• Charlotte Mason studies
• Unit studies
• Nature study lessons
• Printable centers
• Independent learning
This printable PDF is designed for children in approximately Grades 2–6, with easy-to-read text, gentle watercolor illustrations, and activities that encourage curiosity, creativity, and thoughtful observation.
Introduce children to the life and work of Michelangelo, one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance, through this engaging 10-page printable artist study. Designed for both homeschool and classroom learning, this resource combines art history with geography, reading, nature study, poetry, and a creative hands-on art activity.
Students will discover Michelangelo’s sculptures, paintings, architecture, and poetry while exploring the beauty of Renaissance Italy and the famous Carrara marble he used to create many of his masterpieces.
This printable mini study includes:
* Artist biography
* What made Michelangelo’s art unique
* Renaissance Italy geography
* First-person childhood story
* Reading comprehension activities
* Michelangelo’s greatest works
* Nature Study: Carrara Marble
* Original poem
* Copywork page
* “Paint Like Michelangelo” art project
Perfect for:
* Homeschool families
* Classrooms
* Art history lessons
* Fine arts studies
* Renaissance units
* Unit studies
* Independent learning
* Co-ops
* Elementary students (approximately grades 2–6)
This is a digital PDF download. No physical product will be shipped.
Introduce children to the fascinating life and artwork of Pablo Picasso with this beautifully illustrated 10-page printable artist study. Designed for elementary learners, this engaging resource combines art history, reading, nature study, poetry, copywork, and a hands-on art project to help children explore one of history’s most influential artists.
Perfect for homeschool families, classrooms, co-ops, art teachers, and enrichment programs, this printable encourages creativity, observation, and an appreciation for art in an engaging, age-appropriate format.
What’s Included:
* Child-friendly biography of Pablo Picasso
* Reading comprehension activities
* Blue & Rose Periods lesson
* Dove nature study
* Original Picasso-inspired poem
* Copywork page
* Step-by-step Cubist portrait art project
* Open-ended sketch page for original artwork
* Beautiful watercolor illustrations throughout
This resource is ideal for introducing children to Cubism while encouraging them to create art in their own unique style. It pairs well with art history studies, fine arts lessons, morning work, unit studies, and independent learning.
Perfect For:
* Homeschool
* Classrooms
* Co-ops
* Art teachers
* Unit studies
* Fine arts lessons
* Morning work
* Independent learning
* Printable educational activities
Product Details
* Printable PDF (Digital Download)
* 10 Pages
* Recommended for ages 7–12