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SchoolArts is created by innovative experts like you—educators whose lesson plans and strategies are classroom tested. Continue reading to learn more about the types of content we accept. Then use the button below to submit yours.
Article
Topic Ideas: successful lessons for any grade from PreK to grade 12; areas of concern or interest; teaching approaches
Word Count: 800 words or less
Tip: Use a conversational style when writing. How would you express your idea to a fellow educator?
Submission Checklist:
- Your article as a Word document (preferred) or PDF
- 4 or more high-quality digital images of final artworks and/or process photos.
- Captions for each photo (student’s name, grade level, title, description)
- Helpful resources—videos, websites, publications, handouts, templates, etc.
- Signed student permission forms
ClipCard
A one-day or shorter lesson broken into simple steps for any grade level.
Word Count: 250 words or less
Tip: Think of a ClipCard as a quick activity for substitute teachers or the end of the school year.
Submission Checklist:
- Grade level of your lesson
- Essential question(s)
- Objective(s)
- Materials list
- Procedure, include 4–6 steps
- Resources or extensions for enhancing the lesson
- Brief assessment or reflection activity for students
- 1 or more high-quality digital images of final artworks and/or process photos
- Captions for each photo (student’s name, grade level)
- Signed student permission form(s)
Lesson Plan
A complete lesson plan for any grade from PreK to grade 12.
Word Count: 600 words or less
Submission Checklist:
- Summary of the lesson (2–4 sentences)
- Essential question(s)
- Themes and vocabulary terms related to your lesson
- Objectives list
- Pacing for the lesson
- National standards that fit your lesson
- Procedure of lesson broken down into sections: Prepare, Teach, Assess, and Close
- 1 or more digital images of final artworks and/or process photos
- Captions for each photo (student’s name, grade level, title)
- Signed student permission forms
- Helpful resources—videos, websites, publications, handouts, templates, etc.
Download a PDF of the Writer’s Guidelines here.
FAQsWhere can I download the student permission form? Download the form at SchoolArts.com/PermissionForm. If you cannot get physical signatures, we can work with you to send out digital permission forms. Please email us at ContactUs@SchoolArts.com. When can I expect a response on my submission? You should expect a response on whether your submission was accepted within six months. When will my article or ClipCard be published? Accepted articles and ClipCards are usually published within 24 months. Can I submit an article and a lesson plan for the same lesson? Yes! Submit your lesson plan at SchoolArts.com/LessonPlan. At the bottom of that form you can upload your article. If both your article and lesson plan are accepted, you will be paid up to $100 for the article and $75 for the lesson plan. Can I submit a ClipCard and a lesson plan for the same lesson? Yes! Submit your ClipCard at SchoolArts.com/ClipCard. Submit your lesson plan at SchoolArts.com/LessonPlan. If both your ClipCard and lesson plan are accepted, you will be paid $50 for the ClipCard and $75 for the lesson plan. Can I use AI tools or technology to write material for SchoolArts? No, written material, artwork, and illustrations, submitted for publication must be the author’s original content and not produced using AI tools or technologies. You may read our full AI statement on our Terms of Use page. Questions about your payment? Email ContactUs@SchoolArts.com. Questions about your submission or images? Email Lessons@SchoolArts.com. |