Henna Hands Art Game

Ready to ignite your middle school art curriculum with engaging, no prep India art projects? This henna hands art lesson will boost confidence and creativity. Students will love learning the origins of henna (mehndi) in India, Africa, and the Middle East. Moreover, they’ll be intrigued by the elaborate Night of Henna in Hindu cultures.

And, it’ll help time-starved teachers like you create art lesson plans based on the rich history of India. 

During this mehndi art project, your class will learn about the purpose of henna and how to make henna paste from plant leaves, lemon, and oil. They’ll discover how applying henna helps cool the body. Students will draw henna hands with markers using the step-by-step guide and PowerPoint.

Plan lessons for students about the art history of India in a way that excites them. Finally feel confident in your art curriculum and be organized and prepared to teach art!

What’s Included In My Mehndi

Can I be honest with you? Art history can sometimes be boring for kids. There, I said it. Teaching about artists and cultures doesn’t have to be a snoozer, though! 

I’ve designed 3 different ways for students to attempt this henna hands art project. All will engage kids to create! Choose which way works best for your classes:

• Roll a dice game to add randomness to your student’s artwork
• “You Pick” idea worksheet for kids to choose their own elements
• Digital spinner wheels, so kids can randomly pick elements and you can integrate technology in the art room
• Printable dice template in case you have no dice
• Step-by-step picture directions to guide students through the art process
• Drawing practice worksheet, for kids who want to sketch out their ideas
• History of henna (mehndi) art handout which explains how and when Hindu artists create and apply henna
• “Big Ideas” reflection worksheet where students write about their art process 
• Self-assessment worksheet so kids can think about how they performed during the project
• Art grading rubric which assesses expectations, craftsmanship, work habits, creativity, and clean-up
• 8 “I CAN” Statements aligned to the Studio Habits of Mind to use during instruction or post on your bulletin board
• 4 Art exit tickets with quick, thought-provoking prompts
• Art history coloring pages to keep kids inspired by henna art outside of the art room

Ways to Use This Henna Hands Art Lesson in Middle School

This henna hands art lesson is flexible and can be used in many ways throughout your art room and beyond. It’s great for maternity or emergency art sub plans, early finisher activities, and even for virtual art class or an after-school art club.

You Will Receive

• 1 Non-Editable Printable PDF (Henna Hands Art Lesson)
• 1 Non-Editable PowerPoint 
• 5 Digital Spinner Videos (downloadable, and links to them on Google Slides and YouTube)
• Paperless Google Drive Digital Resource

Why You’ll Love It

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Definitely one of my favorite art projects this year. 

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This was a fun art lesson for my daughter to do while learning about Ancient India in Social Studies.  Thank you!!!