One of the best ways to get kids involved with art history is to actually engage the students in the crafting of their own projects. Watching a movie or a short film about paintings and painters from a few hundred years ago isn't nearly as entertaining for kids as getting to actually use paints and pencils to learn about the art styles of famous artists of the past. Kids art lessons can take on many different forms and can be tailored to suit any level of art knowledge. Options range from young children who might use finger paints to older kids who use brushes and paints.