What is Zentangling and how can it help you teach art? A Zentangle is a miniature abstract work of art created by a collection of patterns.
Ages: 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: Junior, Middle School, High School
Help your kids find inspiration where they least expect it by “strewing” their spaces with art supplies.
Reasons to support the argument for arts in the classroom.
KinderArt® features many activities and lesson plans which have proven successful with children and adults with disabilities.
In order to help those who work with special children and adults, we have listed a few appropriate activities here in one place.
Quotes about art and creativity as said by artists, writers, scientists, performers and art historians.
Some art supplies and art activities can be unsafe unless caregivers follow simple guidelines for selecting and storing materials and teach children how to use them properly.
Do you share a special day with an artist of the past (or present)? Have a peek to find out.
Talent shows. Science projects. Homework. Dance class. Basketball practice. Violin recitals. Book reports. When is enough too much?
Robert Beeching’s commentary on the importance of art in a child’s education.
Have you been asked to be in charge of the next classroom party at your child’s school? No problem.
I have found that even though making art is sometimes an active physical activity it doesn’t hurt to define the time or enhance the mood for creativity.
Here’s how to set up a creative space for your kids at home whether you have an entire room to spare or just the kitchen table, these tips are for you.
How you can use Mark Kistler’s book, Draw Squad, to teach your students or children how to draw.
How you can use Mona Brookes’ book, Drawing with Children, to teach your students or children how to draw.
We have several printable Easter Egg hunt clues for big and little kids.
Here you can read about what clay is, where to find it and how to work with it.
Ages: 2-5 yrs, 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs, 11-14 yrs, 14 yrs+
Grades: Preschool, K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Levels: ECE, Primary, Junior, Middle School, High School
At the heart of Kuttlefish is the basic idea that reusing or recycling a material is good – that materials are worth something, even after they are thrown away. Find out all about them, here.
The first days and weeks of school can be exciting and terrifying, all at once. Arming yourself with a few “getting to know” you exercises can help ease you and your students into the next school year. Below we have listed some ideas contributed by you, our readers. If you have an Icebreaker Idea to share, visit our Contributor’s Page.
When the kids are bored and looking for something to do, make some of these fun and inexpensive crafts.
Ages: 2-5 yrs, 5-8 yrs, 8-11 yrs
Grades: Preschool, K-2, Grades 3-5
A young student (age 11) shares her thoughts on how you can help your children express themselves with art.
Helpful hints and tips, and pointers for parents so their children can look at the world with an eye for expression and thought through writing.
There are some steps you can take to help your child look forward to school each day, rather than loathe the mere thought of it.
There are several ways that busy parents can stay involved in their children’s educational growth.
Teach your kids how to be a curators and have their own art show.
Stop doing these 10 things if you want to be more creative.
