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Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

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Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

Children's book "A World of Your Own" features two creative drawings.

A World of Your Own: Creativity Drawings

I have a fun creativity drawing project and excellent children’s book to share with you today. I came across this…

  • February 16, 2016
  • 5 Comments
  • all grades, book review, books, drawing, substitute lessons
A colorful book cover titled "Ice Cream Work" by Japanese Artist Naoshi, featuring a cartoon girl on an ice cream cone vehicle in a field of strawberries.

Sand Art Book by Japanese Artist Naoshi & Giveaway!

I have an interesting and quirky book to show to you today.  The book is called Ice Cream Work by…

  • October 6, 2015
  • 13 Comments
  • all grades, book review, books
Cover of the "Stencil Craft Book" by Margaret Peot, showcasing stenciled art on a flower, leaf, mask, whale, and a grid-patterned box.

An Interview with Margaret Peot, author of Stencil Craft

Today I have the pleasure of sharing with you an interview with Margaret Peot, author of the new book Stencil…

  • July 19, 2015
  • 1 Comment
  • all grades, book review, books, interview, printmaking
Vibrant inspirational quote poster decorated with heart and flower doodles, reading "It is not how much you do but how much you treasure the things you do."

A World of Artist Journal Pages Review

I am excited to share with you the book A World of Artist Journal Pages.  It just arrived in the…

  • April 22, 2015
  • art journaling, book review, books
Collage with robot, bamboo, and various elements like tickets, alphabet print, 1989 dates, and swimming certificates.

Emily’s Blue Period – Personal Collages for 3rd Graders

Our school librarian introduced this book to me and I think it is such a sweet story.  This book is…

  • March 16, 2015
  • book review, books, collage, sixth grade, third grade, Uncategorized
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25 Awesome Art Books for Kids

Hello! If you are visiting this page NOW, be sure to check out my Amazon Affiliate List where I have…

  • February 23, 2015
  • 6 Comments
  • all grades, art history, art teacher tips, book review, books, Uncategorized
Beautiful Oops colorful abstract painting with flowers, hearts, swirls, and various shapes in purple, blue, yellow, and pink.

Beautiful Oops Painting Project

Did you Celebrate Oops!?  My kindergarten and first graders started this open-ended project by reading the book Beautiful Oops! by…

  • February 14, 2015
  • 1st grade, book review, books, kindergarten, painting
Cover of "A Child's Introduction to Art," showcasing famous artworks and children engaging in artistic activities, accompanied by a detailed book review.

Book Review & Giveaway: A Child’s Introduction to Art

**  This giveaway is now closed. ** I received a copy of a great new art history book to share…

  • May 20, 2014
  • 22 Comments
  • art history, book review
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