Fourth grade artists have been busy working on their first art project. We observed and discussed the art form of Illuminated letters. Fourth graders learned that Illuminated letters were a historically significant art form, and the artists who created them were considered highly important for their skills. After learning about the illuminated letters, fourth graders had a chance to create their own illuminated letter. In their artwork, they explored different elements of art, made media choices, and practiced self assessment as a way to improve their own work.