Introduce your students to the colourful and diverse world of Indian art with this engaging Art of India lesson.

Through informative slides, vibrant visuals, and age-appropriate explanations, students will explore traditional Indian art forms including Madhubani art, miniature paintings, Rangoli, henna designs, chromolithographic prints, and famous examples of Indian architecture such as the Taj Mahal, Meenakshi Temple, and Lotus Temple.

Students will discover how artists use colour, pattern, symbolism, and storytelling to create meaningful works of art while learning about the cultural significance behind these traditions.

The lesson also includes a hands-on Madhubani-inspired elephant art project with printable templates, allowing students to apply what they have learned in a creative and accessible way. Blank and pre-decorated template options are included to support different ages and ability levels.

Included in this resource:

Art history presentation slides
Kid-friendly explanations and fun facts
Madhubani-inspired elephant art project
Printable elephant templates
Step-by-step project instructions
End-of-lesson discussion questions

Perfect for primary classrooms, homeschool settings, world art units, cultural studies, and art history lessons.