Triangle Ears and Easter Cheer – Easter Bilby Drawing and Writing for the Week Before Break
If you're looking for a sweet, simple way to combine Easter fun with writing, art, and math concepts—let me introduce you to our new Easter Bilby Directed Drawing and Writing Pack.
The Easter Bilby is a charming Australian alternative to the traditional Easter Bunny, and this pack helps young learners explore the bilby through drawing, writing, reading, and creativity. Even better? The drawing is built entirely from triangle shapes and straight lines, making it a perfect opportunity to integrate math learning into your art and literacy block.
Whether you're after a focused art lesson, a shape-based math activity, or a drawing prompt to inspire writing, this pack offers flexible use across your week. It's ideal for the lead-up to Easter break when students are full of energy and classrooms need hands-on, meaningful learning that’s easy to prep.
Why Teachers Love Our Drawing and Writing Packs:
- Cross-curricular integration – touches on math (shapes), fine motor skills, science (Australian animals), language, and creative writing
- Simple drawing steps – designed for kindergarten and first grade students, even those still developing confidence with pencil control
- Writing prompts and extensions – support students in using their drawings as a springboard for writing factual sentences, stories, or poems
- Versatile planning – use it over one lesson… or make it a full-week celebration of bilbies!
5-Day Easter Bilby Lesson Plan
Here’s a suggested way to roll this out over a week of engaging, low-prep lessons leading up to the Easter break:Monday – Meet the Bilby
- Read a story or nonfiction book about bilbies
- Research and discuss what makes bilbies special
- Create a class anchor chart of facts about bilbies
- Optional: Watch a short video about Easter bilbies to add to your discussion
Tuesday – Drawing and Labeling in Journals
- Show students how to draw a bilby using the directed steps (or demonstrate one live!)
- Students complete a practice drawing in their writing journals
- Label parts of the bilby and add 1-2 key facts from the anchor chart
- Add the drawing steps to the writing or art center so students can revisit them during the week
- Provide real bilby photos or illustrations to inspire creative exploration
Wednesday – Big Drawing Day
- Lead a structured art session, guiding students through drawing their bilby on larger art paper
- Encourage careful line work and attention to triangle shapes
- These will become your class display pieces!
Thursday – Paint, Color, and Outline
- Students paint their drawings (or use crayons, markers, or watercolor pencils)
- Once dry, they can outline with black crayon or marker for extra definition
- Optional: Begin working on writing pieces to accompany their artwork
Friday – Gallery Walk and Celebration
- Create a class gallery wall or bulletin board with all the bilbies
- Invite students to present their bilby art and read their writing to the class
- Celebrate with a story, a small treat, or a simple Easter-themed movement break
- Snap a photo for families or your classroom newsletter!
Integrate with Any Program
This Easter Bilby pack is adaptable to whatever routines you already have in place. Use it in:
- Morning tubs or fine motor groups
- Writing centers
- Mini lessons before break
- Sub plans for a themed week
- Art displays for Easter or Australian animal units
Ready to Try It?
You can find the Easter Bilby Directed Drawing and Writing Pack on TPT here: Easter Bilby Directed Drawing and Writing Pack
Wishing you a week of joyful drawing, curious questions, and a whole class of triangle-eared bilbies!