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Penguin Art Project | Easy holiday art lesson for kids

Penguin At Night Art Project

Penguins are a popular request in first and second grade. Students study Antarctica and are quite familiar with penguins and their habitat. Once students see how easily they can draw...Learn More
45 Min
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How to Teach Proportion | Snowman Project | Elements & Principles of Design

This simple snowman drawing can be a great introduction to the concept of proportion for younger students, using nothing more than their own hand to measure and help point out...Learn More
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How to Draw a Christmas Car with a black oil pastel

How to Draw a Christmas Car

Looking for a fast art project to do with your students? This cute Christmas car is quick (two sessions at 45 minutes each) and full of art techniques: symmetrical drawing,...Learn More
90 Min
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The 3 Most Important Things to Do When Starting an Art Business 1

The 3 Most Important Things to Do When Starting an Art Business

Setting up a business teaching art classes to kids is truly a dream. You get to do what you love, craft a schedule that fits with your lifestyle and earn...Learn More
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What to do in your Art Room in December

It’s officially December and one of the most beautiful, sparkly and fun seasons, but also the busiest and most interrupted seasons in the art room. To combat the overwhelm, create...Learn More
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Teaching art during the holiday and the gift of consistency. Staying true to your art program during the holidays with book suggestions and student artwork

Staying Consistent to Your Art Program During the Holidays and Art Project Suggestions

No matter how much you adore celebrating the holidays at home, when it comes to teaching art, the holiday season can be downright chaotic. Don’t ban your glitter just yet....Learn More
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Holiday Collage Project for kids | Deep Space Sparkle

Holiday Collage Project

Sometimes children need a moment free of instruction, standards and expectations. When I first did this project many moons ago, I recognized the importance of stepping back a bit and...Learn More
30 Min
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Folk Art Santa

Folk Art Santa

There is something wonderful about dipping a paintbrush into a pot of color and seeing a picture appear. Add an extra flair by allowing the paint to dry and adding...Learn More
80 Min
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How to Make a Holiday Reindeer with free download packet guide to use with your students in the art room, templates and more!

How to Make a Holiday Reindeer

Gather the kids and some colorful paper, chalk pastels and a bit of glitter to create this festive reindeer. I always said that some animals like elephants, zebras and giraffes...Learn More
80 Min
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