Your 2021 Art Calendar
So looong 2020!So happy to have you behind us. So let’s ring in the new year with a clean slate! To help you plan and celebrate everything artsy, Team Sparkle... Learn More
5 Sparkly Ways to Teach Art with Notebooks + Pencils
I’m about to say something that may raise an eyebrow– or two. Pencils and notepaper can be the great beginnings of an enriching art program. It’s true. You may not... Learn More
Careers in Art: Becoming a Graphic Designer
Giving children the chance to see different career opportunities in art is probably the most exciting thing an aspiring young artist can learn about. It gives creative children hope that... Learn More
Bringing Children’s Book Week to Your Classroom | 6 Holiday Art Books for Teachers
There is no bigger tradition in my household than pulling out my favorite holiday picture books. My children are grown, but I still lay the worn copies of The Polar... Learn More
Day of the Dead Catrina Marker Drawings & Celebration Altar
Ready to create beautiful artwork for Day of the Dead? Grab your markers, sheets of white paper, a few crayons (and your kids) and let’s celebrate the Day of the... Learn More
9 Ways to Create Ben-Day Dots | Celebrating Artist Roy Lichtenstein
Are you looking for some colorful inspiration for your art room? The bold colors and comic book imagery of famous artist Roy Lichtenstein are sure to grab your students’ attention.... Learn More
Creating a Papel Picado Collage with Painted Paper | Day of the Dead Celebration
What do alters, sugar skulls, marigolds and sweet treats have in common? If you guessed that they’re important parts of celebrating Day of the Dead, you’re right! Día de Muertos... Learn More
Virtual Teaching Tips
Are you still teaching from home? Has your school entered a hybrid system? Has your situation changed a time or two? Whatever your circumstances may be, you’ve likely battled the... Learn More
Modifying Art Lessons to Meet the Needs of Special Learners: Part III
Concluding our special 3-part series on teaching art to children with special needs, Team Sparkle’s Rachelle Smith shares her expertise to help you navigate the nuances of teaching art to... Learn More