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10 Exciting Art Lessons to Try for Dot Day!
Looking for creative ideas to celebrate International Dot Day in your art room or classroom? This post is packed with Dot Day art lessons for elementary students that are easy to prep, engaging, and full of color. From collaborative school-wide displays and concentric circle paintings to pointillism inspired by Georges Seurat, these projects help students explore color theory, creativity, and community-building. Perfect for art teachers, classroom teachers, and teaching artists, these Dot Day activities connect seamlessly to The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds and give kids the chance to “make their mark” in meaningful ways. Whether you need quick, mess-free projects or larger collaborative murals, these Dot Day lesson plans will inspire your students and brighten your school!
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Dot Day Rainbow Display
Looking for the perfect collaborative art project for Dot Day? Celebrate creativity, courage, and school-wide connection with this Rainbow Dot Day Display inspired by The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. Ideal for elementary art teachers, this vibrant monochromatic display uses simple materials like oil pastels, watercolor, and tempera to help students explore color theory and radial design. It's one of my most recreated Dot Day art lessons—sure to wow your school community and get everyone talking!
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