Bring iconic art into your classroom with this engaging lesson inspired by The Great Wave off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai. Perfect for upper primary learners, this ready-to-use PowerPoint guides students through visual analysis, colour exploration, and creative expression.

Students will learn how to use a limited colour palette, experiment with tone to create depth, and explore different art materials such as oil pastels and paint. The lesson includes clear learning intentions, success criteria, extension tasks, and peer assessment prompts to support reflection and progress.

This lesson links well to cross-curricular topics such as Japan (culture and art history), natural disasters and oceans, and historical themes like RMS Titanic sinking. It encourages discussion around the power of nature and human interaction with the sea.

Easily adaptable for both First and Second Level learners, this resource can be simplified or extended to suit a range of abilities, making it a flexible and valuable addition to any classroom.