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Professionally crafted lesson plans, student worksheets and technique guides — instant download, ready to use.

Resources Built for Teachers, by Art Historians

Each resource has been designed for use at a specific level — from primary school introduction to university-level analysis. All materials are curriculum-aligned, fully editable, and delivered as instant PDF downloads.

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Colouring Pages — Venus & More

KS2–KS3 · Ages 7–14

High-quality line drawings of 8 major Botticelli works — ready to print and colour in art lessons or as take-home activities.

  • The Birth of Venus (full composition)
  • Primavera (detail — the Three Graces)
  • The Annunciation
  • Venus and Mars
  • Adoration of the Magi
  • 3 additional works
  • Teacher's notes included
$3Instant PDF download · 8 pages Download Now — $3

Instant delivery · PDF format · Print-ready A4

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Botticelli Technique Guide

KS4–A Level · Ages 14–18 & Artists

A deep-dive into Botticelli's painting techniques for advanced students and practising artists — from panel preparation to the finished painting.

  • Egg tempera — preparation and use
  • Gesso ground preparation
  • Underdrawing and sinopia
  • Botticelli's distinctive line quality
  • Drapery and figure techniques
  • Gold leaf application
  • Colour and pigments in 15th-century Florence
  • Exercises and practical activities
$7Instant PDF download · 9 pages Download Now — $7

Instant delivery · PDF format · Fully illustrated

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Renaissance Lesson Pack

KS3–University · All levels

Six fully planned lessons covering Botticelli's life, works, patrons, techniques and legacy — complete with slides, worksheets and assessment tasks.

  • Lesson 1: Life and training in Florence
  • Lesson 2: The Medici and their world
  • Lesson 3: Primavera — reading a complex allegory
  • Lesson 4: The Birth of Venus in depth
  • Lesson 5: Technique — how Botticelli painted
  • Lesson 6: Legacy and influence
  • Student worksheets for each lesson
  • Discussion questions and essay prompts
  • Assessment rubric included
$12Instant PDF download · 14 pages Download Now — $12

Instant delivery · PDF format · Editable Word version on request

Frequently Asked Questions

How are the resources delivered?
All resources are delivered as instant PDF downloads via Gumroad. You will receive a download link immediately after purchase — no waiting, no shipping.
Can I use these in my classroom?
Yes — all resources include a classroom licence allowing use with your own students. You may print and distribute to your class as many times as you need. You may not resell or redistribute the materials to other teachers.
What year groups are these suitable for?
The Colouring Pages are designed for KS2–KS3 (ages 7–14). The Technique Guide is aimed at KS4, A Level and practising artists. The Lesson Pack is flexible enough for KS3 through to university level, with differentiation guidance included.
Are the resources aligned with the curriculum?
The Lesson Pack is written with reference to the National Curriculum for Art and Design in England, the IB Visual Arts programme, and the Cambridge A Level Art History specification. Guidance for adapting to other curricula is included.
Can I get an invoice for school purchasing?
Gumroad automatically generates a receipt on purchase which can be used for school accounts. If you need a formal invoice, please contact us via the contact page.

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