Early Finishers Activities for High School
I have created the perfect early finishers activities for high school students in grade 9 through 12. I love using these early finisher activities with my high school students, because there are a variety of things that appeal to different student interests. There are also some pages that are more difficult and challenging, and some pages that are easier depending on the high school student’s drawing abilities. Check out these early finishers activities below!
Early Finishers Activities
Are your high school students craving structure, inspiration, and something that actually holds their attention?
Whether you're a high school art teacher managing packed classrooms or a homeschool parent trying to teach meaningful art with limited time or materials, this Art With Symmetry resource is designed to help you engage teens while reinforcing important art skills.
Let’s be honest: finding high school art activities that are both skill-building and accessible can be a challenge. That's exactly why this symmetry drawing pack is such a hit with teachers and homeschooling parents.
Why Symmetry Drawing Works So Well for Teens
Symmetry isn't just a math concept—it’s a design principle that helps students understand balance, proportion, and spatial reasoning in art. This activity invites students to slow down, observe carefully, and strengthen their drawing and shading skills—all while creating polished, satisfying finished pieces.
And for teens who might feel unsure or intimidated by art? Symmetry drawing builds confidence. They’re working from partial references, which gives structure and support—yet there’s still room for personal interpretation and decision-making.
What’s Inside This Early Finishers Activities Bundle?
This printable download includes multiple symmetry drawing worksheets that are ideal for:
Early finishers who need meaningful, quiet work
Sub plans that require no prep and are easy to leave behind
Emphasize observation and precision in their drawing
Practice for shading, tone, and proportion
Independent work for homeschool settings of multiple grade levels to teach about math or art
You’ll find high-interest, age-appropriate images that resonate with students in grades 9–12, along with clear, consistent formatting that makes it easy to integrate into your curriculum or daily rhythm.
Symmetry Early Finishers Activities- Details:
There are 22 different themes included in this bundle. You can save 30% by purchasing this bundle.
Different themes included:
Portrait Symmetry
Facial Features
Mandala Symmetry
Animal Symmetry
Food Symmetry
Dessert Drawing
Cat and Dog Drawing
Landscape Drawing
House Symmetry
Architecture Symmetry
Tree Symmetry
Insect Symmetry
Flower Symmetry
Fall/Halloween Symmetry
Summer Symmetry
Winter Symmetry
And more!
There are 1780 pages in total! 890 different symmetry designs on plain and grid paper!
The plain paper provides more of a challenge for students to draw the symmetrical half while the grid paper allows students to count and measure the squares to create a more accurate drawing. Different pages can be selected based on students' needs and drawing abilities.
Perfect for Busy Teachers and Homeschoolers Alike
This is not a “filler” activity. It’s a thoughtful, structured way to build skills teens actually need. And you don’t need expensive materials or complicated prep. Just print and go.
Art teachers love using these in:
Intro to Drawing units
High school sketchbooks
Self-directed art stations
Mixed-grade classrooms
Days when class sizes are unpredictable or attention spans are low
Homeschool moms love that:
It encourages focus and mindfulness
It promotes observational skills and fine motor development
Teens can work independently, building confidence without needing step-by-step instructions every minute
It’s a screen-free, calming creative activity (perfect for a quiet afternoon!)
See the Difference in Student Focus
When teens are absorbed in symmetry drawing, classrooms get quieter. There’s a calm intensity that comes from the kind of attention this activity requires. Students want to get it right—and they often surprise themselves with the quality of their finished piece.