Students design and build functional mugs using slab-building and sculptural techniques.

Young students shape clay and imprint textures using various objects to create fossil designs.

High-school students step out of their comfort zones to create themed nonobjective compositions inspired by two contemporary artists.

The #1 kiln used in schools. Kids Need Clay helps schools start and sustain ceramics programs with full support.

AMACO (American Art Clay Company, Inc.) continues to be a leader and innovator for ceramics in the areas of art, technology, and education. Get ideas and inspiration for your next Lesson Plan project.

Mayco Colors has been helping art educators inspire creativity in the classroom since 1954. We provide high-quality ceramic products, along with ready-to-use lesson plans and educational resources designed specifically for the classroom.

Layered clay slab artworks inspired by Louise Nevelson.

Kiln calibration is crucial for educators to ensure consistent and reliable firings in the classroom. This guide focuses on the importance of calibration, highlighting benefits like improved glaze results and fewer ruined pieces. Learn how to use pyrometric witness cones and measure heat work accurately to optimize kiln performance.

Middle-school students create and glaze two pinch pots to form a bobblehead, demonstrating skills in clay construction, decoration, and assembly.

Young students collaborate on a school-wide clay mosaic inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar and its transformation.

High-school students create dynamic, nontraditional coil vases that emphasize rhythm and movement.

High-school students embark on a meaningful project to challenge censorship, uplift women’s voices, and use art as a vehicle for social change.