KS2 Picasso Cubism Portrait Art Lesson Plan

This art lesson is minimal prep and mess and has simple step by step instructions to help your class to create a portrait art piece based on the work of Picasso. No art experience needed.

What’s Included:
Detailed Teacher Guide – Clear, easy-to-follow instructions that walk you through every stage of the lesson, including timing suggestions, classroom management tips, and differentiation ideas
Step-by-Step Visual Instructions – Child-friendly, illustrated guides showing students exactly how to create their Cubist portrait, perfect for independent work or whole-class teaching
Vocabulary Cards – Key Cubism and art terminology clearly defined with visual examples to build artistic literacy
Picasso Artist Fact Sheet – Engaging, age-appropriate information about Pablo Picasso and the Cubism movement for students to read and learn from
Teacher Assessment Sheet – Simple rubric aligned with curriculum objectives to track student progress and attainment
Pupil Self-Assessment Sheet – Encourages reflection and helps students evaluate their own artistic development

Why Teachers Love This Resource:
No art expertise needed – Everything is explained clearly with no assumed knowledge
Saves hours of planning time – Ready to use immediately
Curriculum-aligned for KS2
Professional quality materials designed by an experienced educator
Flexible – Suitable for one-off lessons or as part of an art scheme of work
Differentiation support included
Builds confidence in both teachers and students

Ideal For:
Primary school teachers (Years 3-6)
NQTs and trainee teachers
Cover teachers
Homeschool educators
Art coordinators looking for quality resources