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Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

Ink drawing of a gargoyle perched above a brightly colored cityscape with a deep blue sky in the background.

Notre Dame Watercolor and Ink Drawings

I realize I had never shared these amazing Notre Dame watercolor and ink drawings my 4th and 5th grade students…

  • March 8, 2020
  • 1 Comment
  • fifth grade, fourth grade, watercolor
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Lego Capitol Building at Madison Children’s Museum

This 12,000 brick model of the Wisconsin State Capitol building was built by my husband Andrew.  It was commissioned by…

  • May 29, 2018
  • artists, Legos, sculpture, STEAM
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Egyptian Pyramid STEAM Lesson: Art Ed Blogger’s Network

How does ART fit into STEM? STEAM:  Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math This month’s Art Ed Blogger’s Network topic…

  • March 13, 2018
  • 2 Comments
  • Art Ed Blogger's Network, clay, fifth grade, fourth grade, sculpture, social studies
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Dr. Seuss Art Project for Kids: 2nd Grade

I love Dr. Seuss’ art.  Did you know in addition to writing books he created over 10,000 works of art. …

  • October 17, 2015
  • 1 Comment
  • books, drawing, second grade

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