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

Art Projects for Kids + Tips for the Teacher!

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
Two alphabet books titled "Peanut Butter and Jellyfishes" and "ABC Book" on a white surface.

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…

  • April 5, 2016
  • 1st grade, book review, books, drawing
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
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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
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
A boy shows his drawing to a group of students, with text above reading, "He showed it to everyone in the entire school.

“I Heard You Can Draw!” Book Review

I was happy to receive a review copy of I Heard You Can Draw: A Story for Class Artists Everywhere,…

  • December 31, 2013
  • 1 Comment
  • all grades, book review, books
A collage with hearts in nature and art, featuring the text: "Put your heart into everything you do.

See a Heart, Share a Heart: 3rd Grade Photography Unit on Hearts

We worked as a team to find hearts or create heart artworks indoors and outdoors.  When I say we worked…

  • October 5, 2013
  • 5 Comments
  • book review, photography, third grade
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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.
Colorful paper 3D flower garden craft displayed upright, with assorted hand-crafted flowers and green stems, advertised as a fun, low-prep classroom project.
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Free Sub Tub Guide

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