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Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

A colorful, handmade holiday ornament with feathers, pom-poms, glitter, and a ribbon loop lying on a wooden surface.

Holiday Ornaments with Lids (Easy for Kids to Make)

Over the weekend, our school had a book fair at Barnes & Noble.  There were musical performances by the students,…

  • December 12, 2013
  • crafts, holiday, Uncategorized
A young girl holds up an ultrasound image strip, her face lit with a curious expression as she shares the big news.

Big News!

I’m pregnant! I’m due at the end of April and we are having a boy. Holy cow! I still can’t…

  • December 9, 2013
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Create a Thanksgiving wreath using colorful paper feathers and various colored feathers attached, with words written on them. This festive project adds a personal touch to your holiday decor.

Thanksgiving Wreath Project

Are you looking for a last-minute Thanksgiving craft to keep the kids occupied after your turkey dinner?  How about a…

  • November 26, 2013
  • all grades, holiday, Uncategorized
A childlike painting by 3rd graders of a person with a brown face, short hair, and a colorful, abstract background using mixed media.

Mixed Media Self Portraits by 3rd Graders

A self portrait is one of those art projects that is always fun to do with kids.  Kids often struggle…

  • November 24, 2013
  • mixed media, self portrait, third grade, Uncategorized
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5 Art Center Ideas to Try

If you are looking for some new art center ideas for your classroom, look no further!  Today I’m going to…

  • November 10, 2013
  • 1 Comment
  • all grades, art teacher tips, art teaching, free time activities, sculpture, Uncategorized
A collage of kids' drawings featuring poppies, American flags, and messages of thanks and remembrance for Veteran's Day.

Poppy Posters for Veteran’s Day

Monday, November 11 is Veteran’s Day in America. My 5th and 6th graders had the privilege of a visit from…

  • November 7, 2013
  • 1 Comment
  • American art, fifth grade, sixth grade, social studies, Uncategorized
Two abstract paintings with questions about their artistic techniques are featured in Set #2. The text describes melting clocks and colorful shapes, inviting a deeper dive into Art History or sketchbook prompts for further exploration.

Art History Sketchbook Prompts: Set #2

My first set of Art History Sketchbook Prompts have been popular and I recently made a second set with all…

  • October 29, 2013
  • 2 Comments
  • art teacher tips, art teaching, artists, sketchbook assignments, substitute lessons, Uncategorized
A grid of nine hand-drawn postage stamps featuring various themes like animals, flags, a heart, a musical note, and more. This creative art project showcases diverse and imaginative designs.

Postage Stamp Art Project

My 4th/5th grade class designed their own postage stamps.  I brought in a box of stamps for them to look…

  • October 15, 2013
  • drawing, fifth grade, fourth grade, graphic design, Uncategorized
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