Art in STEAM
Integrating Visual Art into Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
Art in Action’s Art in STEAM program integrates visual arts with science, technology, engineering, and math concepts to inspire creativity, curiosity, and confidence in K–8 students. Each lesson combines hands-on artmaking with cross-disciplinary learning to strengthen problem-solving, collaboration, and innovation.
💡 What Makes Art in STEAM Unique
Hands-on Learning: Students create art projects inspired by real-world STEAM topics like ecosystems, geometry, and invention.
Teacher-Friendly Design: Each lesson includes step-by-step guides, discussion prompts, and adaptable materials for classroom or homeschool settings.
Flexible Format: Perfect for schools, after-school programs, or home educators—delivered online with printable resources.
Aligned with Standards: All lessons align with National Core Arts Standards and integrate NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards).
According to research from the National Endowment for the Arts, students who participate in arts-rich educational programs demonstrate higher academic achievement and greater motivation to learn.
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Grades K-1
4 lessons on foundational STEM ideas via art:
• Geometric shapes
• Changing weather conditions
• The relationship between Earth & Moon
• What all living things need to survive -
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Grades 2-3
Four lessons blending art + inquiry:
• Materials & motion
• Inherited traits
• How muscles work
• Proportions of the body & pollinators -
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Grades 4-5
Four lessons designed for upper-elementary:
• Ratios and Proportions
• Earth’s Spheres
• The Ocean’s Ecosystem
• Physics and Balancing
Why Schools Choose Art in STEAM
Multi-grade friendly: One subscription covers K–1, 2–3, 4–5 or mixed groups
Built-in professional development: Student-facing project videos + teacher support
Easy implementation: No prior art instruction needed
Amplifies existing STEM efforts: Adds creativity & visual reflection to tech/design curricula
Cost-efficient: Affordable curriculum bundles with optional materials
“Art in Action lessons show how art connects with everything students learn science, math, and technology come alive through creativity.”
— Teacher, Redwood City School District
Get in touch.
Interested in Art in STEAM for your K-5 classroom?
Please fill out the form below or email us or call (888) 566-1982 for pricing info.
Art in STEAM FAQ
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Hundreds of educators across the U.S. integrate Art in Action to bring creativity into core subjects. The program is used in:
Public and private schools
Afterschool and enrichment programs
Homeschool co-ops & community learning centers
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Grades: K–8
Format: Digital curriculum with step-by-step educator guides
Includes: Lesson plans, visual examples, printable templates, and student reflection prompts
Duration: Flexible—adaptable for single sessions or full-year integration
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We recommend teaching all four to preserve scaffolding, but you may select individual lessons as your schedule allows.
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Basic art supplies (paper, paints, drawing tools) plus optional kit from us. The full materials list is available for download from your subscription dashboard.
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Encourages creative problem-solving and systems thinking.
Reinforces academic concepts through artistic expression.
Builds confidence and collaboration through shared discovery.
Empowers teachers with ready-to-teach resources that save prep time.
