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How to Teach Line & Pattern | Elements and Principles of Design

Line is one of the first elements of art that sets the foundation for art making in elementary school. Teaching children about line empowers them to see how simple lines...Learn More

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How to Teach Art using the Elements and Principles of Design

Creating a cohesive, schematic curriculum full of lessons that will excite your students is the dream of art educators. But it can be a daunting task. Sourcing and gathering a...Learn More

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Top 5 Recycled Materials to Have in Your Art Room

Art teachers are master innovators. Improvising in a pinch is also one of our many superpowers. Raise your hand if you’re with me on this one. You can make masterpieces...Learn More

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Monsters Love School Art Project

Monsters are always a popular subject for my younger art students. My go-to monster lesson for this age group has always been Where the Wild Things Are, but this year...Learn More

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Strategies for the First Day of Art Class: AME 063

Whether you are a brand new teacher preparing for your first art class or an experienced art teacher looking to change things up, knowing what to do on the first...Learn More

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Teaching Art From a Cart

There are no words more terrifying to hear for an art teacher than, “You will be teaching from a cart.” 😳 This is pretty much what happened to this reader:...Learn More

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My Favorite Paint Sticks, Gel Crayons and Oil Pastels

I truly believe that you don’t need expensive art materials to create a really rich art program. But every now and again it’s nice to experiment with new supplies and...Learn More

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Portrait Roundup for Grades K-7

As you settle into the routine of the new school year, you might wonder what subject matter is the best to start out with? We like kicking off a new...Learn More

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The Top 5 Watercolor, Colored Pencil and Crayon Sets for Kids

It’s that time of year again; pencils and crayons lining store shelves as far as the eye can see. If you’re like me, back to school time is always exciting....Learn More

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