Blog Posts

How to Paint Dots for Dot Day & Project Roundup

There is just something about dots that make them the quintessential art project embellishment. I don’t know if anyone loves them quite as much as Yayoi Kusama, who’s out-of-this-world artwork...Learn More

30 Min

Related categories: 3rd Grade Art Lessons, Art at Home, Back to School, Blog Posts, Contemporary Artists, Famous Artists, Paper Projects, Summer Art

Autumn Apples | Cut-out Apple Art for Kinders

While searching for a literature tie-in for these adorable apples, I found Nikki McClure’s exquisite book Apple. The story takes you on a visual journey of the cycle of an...Learn More

Related categories: 1st Grade Art Lessons, Art and Literature, Blog Posts, Color Wheels & Theory, Fall Art, Kindergarten Art Lessons, Pastels & Crayons

The Best Art Paper for Every Project

When I first began teaching, I had no idea how to teach art to kids. Kid’s art projects and supplies were not on my radar. One of the most nagging questions I had...Learn More

Related categories: Back to School, Blog Posts, Paper Projects, Video Tutorials

What is Sulphite Paper?

Have you noticed “sulphite paper” listed frequently in our material lists and ever wondered what it is? If you have, don’t worry. You’re not alone. When I first began teaching,...Learn More

Related categories: Art Room Organization, Back to School, Blog Posts, How to Teach Art, Paper Projects, The Best Art Supplies

The Complete Guide to Purchasing Art Materials for Elementary Teachers

Are you wondering what art supplies to buy for your elementary classroom? Whether you’re a brand-new art teacher setting up your first classroom or a veteran teacher working with a...Learn More

Related categories: Art Room Management, Art Room Organization, Blog Posts, How to Teach Art, The Best Art Supplies

Watercolor & Pen Flowers | Easy First Day of School Art Project

Looking for an easy first day art project that you can do on the first day of school? This simple line drawing teaches radial drawing, shape, line and watercolor techniques....Learn More

55 Min

Related categories: 3rd Grade Art Lessons, 4th Grade Art Lessons, Back to School, Blog Posts, Line Drawing, Quick Art Lessons, Watercolors

Managing Artwork with Student Portfolios

One of the most overwhelming aspects of being an art teacher is managing all the artwork. Of course, you don’t have to manage it at all; children can take their...Learn More

Related categories: Art Room Management, Art Room Organization, Back to School, Blog Posts, How to Teach Art

Which Curriculum is Right for You?

If you’re wondering how to incorporate art into your child’s week or how to make teaching art a bit easier, then bless your heart. You’re my kind of person. I...Learn More

Related categories: Art at Home, Art History Curriculum, Blog Posts, Curriculum, Curriculum Planning, EPIC Curriculum

How to Incorporate the Four Seasons Art Curriculum in Your Classroom This Year

As a teacher, your days are packed full of teaching, duties, meetings, e-mails, prepping and planning. It’s a lot! At Team Sparkle, our days are also packed with things like...Learn More

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