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Text "Art is Basic" in a purple watercolor style with paint splatters.

Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

Colorful geometric artwork featuring hexagons and diamond shapes, set against a black background.

Pattern Block Pictures

Earlier this year, I bought the packet “Teaching the Elements of Art” made by Teaching in Paradise.  This shape tracing…

  • August 16, 2016
  • all grades, drawing, shapes
A collage of art-themed books with the text "Ideal for the first day of art class.

Books for the First Day of Art Class

I like to start the first art class of the year with a children’s book about art and something quick…

  • July 26, 2016
  • all grades, book review, books, first days of school
A list titled "10 Ways to Calm Down" with suggestions like breathing exercises and talking to a grown-up, made into a free printable poster with illustrated children.

Calming Poster for Kids | 10 Ways to Calm Down | Free Printable Poster

Here is a fun poster that can be used to hang in your classroom or print out for kids.  These…

  • July 19, 2016
  • all grades, bulletin board, character education, Girl Scouts
Colorful, hand-drawn flowers in various shapes, sizes, and patterns on a white background, enhanced with delicate watercolor accents.

Watercolor Flower Doodles– Easy & Fun!

I hope you are having a good summer.  I have spent some time doodling with watercolors, my favorite artsy thing…

  • July 15, 2016
  • 21 Comments
  • all grades, drawing, watercolor
A wire birdcage filled with colorful origami birds and adorned with vibrant butterfly origami on the outside.

Butterfly Origami Gift

The other art teacher at my school is retiring this year.  I wanted to put together a collaborative present by…

  • June 5, 2016
  • 1 Comment
  • all grades, art teacher tips, art teaching, collaborative artwork, middle school
Colorful abstract landscape art featuring a rainbow, planets, and buildings includes text about the artist Justin Vining. This artwork was recently highlighted in a published article.

Published Article

Great news! I have been published in the Summer issue of School Arts magazine. I wrote an article about artwork…

  • May 28, 2016
  • 5 Comments
  • all grades, contemporary artists, published
Guide to the Art Curriculum Matrix for Grade K-6, featuring illustrations of crayons, paint, glue, and a marker on a vibrant rainbow-striped border.

Art Curriculum Template and Guide

Hi!  I recently finished rewriting my K-6 art curriculum plan.  We are required to do this every 4 years.  You…

  • May 14, 2016
  • 16 Comments
  • all grades, art teacher tips, art teaching
Collaborative colorful drawing with stars and text "Wish Upon a Star" in the center. Various stars and designs fill the background, showcasing unique artworks by each participant.

Collaborative Class Artworks

Every year our school has a family FUNdraiser with a silent auction portion.  My art classes always contribute a few…

  • May 7, 2016
  • 2 Comments
  • all grades, collaborative artwork
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Display of end-of-year memory books and zine templates for students; features accordion books, illustrated art reflection pages titled "My School Year" and "My Year in Art," plus a beginner guide on how to make a zine.
Three colorful art award certificates with art-themed illustrations and text, displayed with the title “Art Award Certificates” and a note stating “13 fun designs!”.
A promotional image for yearlong art choice boards, featuring sample boards for August, September, October, February, and December; includes text highlighting 12+ months of activities.

Free Sub Tub Guide

A colorful flyer titled "Ten Easy Art Activities for Subs" features images of art supplies, a worksheet about creating an “Art Sub Tub,” and highlights free art sub plans perfect for substitute teachers.

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