This Art and Design scheme of work video introduces teachers to ‘Every Picture Tells a Story’ — a set of optional lessons designed to build children’s skills in analysing and evaluating art.

Art is more than making. It helps pupils express themselves, develop curiosity and empathy, and explore new perspectives. But knowing how to teach children to talk about art can feel challenging. These lessons support the ‘analysing and evaluating’ strand of Kapow Primary’s curriculum.

Each lesson introduces an artwork and invites children to look closely, ask big questions and share opinions. Through guided activities, they explore the meaning and message behind the piece, helping them see art as a powerful form of communication. The lessons develop oracy and visual literacy, helping children build confidence in speaking, listening, thinking and responding to others.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Art and Design scheme of work. It helps teachers deliver purposeful art discussions that inspire curiosity, creativity and critical thinking in the classroom.

Art and design, Year 1, *Updated* Drawing: Exploring line and shape, Optional: Every picture tells a story.

Art and design, Year 2, *Updated* Drawing: Understanding tone and texture, Optional: Every picture tells a story.

Art and design, Year 3, *Updated* Drawing: Developing drawing skills, Optional: Every picture tells a story.

Art and design, Year 4, *Updated* Drawing: Exploring tone, texture and proportion, Optional: Every picture tells a story.

Art and design, Year 5, *Updated* Drawing: Depth, emotion and movement, Optional: Every picture tells a story.

Art and design, Year 6, *Updated* Drawing: Expressing ideas, Optional: Every picture tells a story.