Art Using Train Tracks
In my last blog post, I reviewed the book Old Tracks, New Tricks. It is a super cute and creative…
Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!
Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!
Review of Old Tracks, New Tricks– Children’s Book about Trains
I have a fun book to share with you today. Innovation Press sent me a free copy of Old Tracks,…
4th and 5th Grade Profile Drawings: In the Style of Egyptians, Mixtec Codex and Duncan Tonatiuh
My students were treated to a visit by illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh. He is both Mexican and American. He grew up in San…
Duncan Tonatiuh: Author/Illustrator Visit
On Friday, we had a visit to our school by author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh. See his artwork here. He is…
“Emily’s Blue Period” Art Project: Personal Collages
Personal Collages: 4th and 5th Grade We read the book Emily’s Blue Period, which is about a girl whose parents…
Article in Arts & Activities Magazine
I’m pretty excited my article in the October issue of Arts & Activities is on the cover! I wrote about…
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…
Peanut Butter and Jellyfishes Book
I want to show you a beautiful book I discovered called Peanut Butter and Jellyfishes: A Very Silly Alphabet Book…