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    Artist Trading Cards

    Arts & Crafts

    Artist Trading Cards

    Like baseball and hockey cards, Artist Trading Cards are a real thing. Introduced by Swiss artist M. Vanci Stiremann in the late 1990s, artists around the world, professional and amateur, are creating unique works of art on trading card-sized canvases, trading, and collecting them. There are trading sessions in Europe, Canada, Australia, and the […]

    Restock Art Supplies with Fun Items Kids Will Love

    Arts & Crafts

    Elementary age children at the art center working on a creative project.

    With the end of the school year approaching, you may find you find yourself with extra funds in your classroom budget and everyone knows that if you don’t use them all it may send the message that you don’t really need it all. If you have been frugal all year to make sure your classroom […]

    After School Art

    Arts & Crafts

    If you feel like there’s never enough time for art you’re not alone. Many of your students probably feel the same way! Some students would draw or paint the day away if they could, which is why providing art projects as an option for after school programs is such a popular idea. Whether students […]

    Tagged With: Artsy Thursday, At-Home Learning, Craft Projects

    Art Technique Memory Journal

    Arts & Crafts

    While most of the nation is still dealing with winter and the end of the school year seems far away, you may want to start planning your big end of the school year art project. Create a one of a kind journal with your class that commemorates things that you do in class, field […]

    Art Naturally

    Arts & Crafts

    Art Naturally

    Famed French artist Marc Chagall once said, “Great art picks up where nature ends.” We couldn’t agree more. Incorporating natural materials into art projects results in some seriously amazing creativity. And who could ask for more fun than an afternoon in nature, followed by an afternoon of art? So, pick a day, head for […]

    Art Lesson Plan: End of School Year Summer Collage

    Arts & Crafts

    summer collage student art project with seashells and small hands holding a craft boat

    As the school year draws to a close, this simple summer collage art lesson plan could be a great way to fit one more fun activity into the class schedule. Allow students to choose from a variety of summer-themed art supplies (more detailed suggestions in the supply list below) and use their chosen items […]

    Tagged With: Art Lesson Plans, Craft Projects, End of Year

    After School Art

    Arts & Crafts

    If you feel like there’s never enough time for art you’re not alone. Many of your students probably feel the same way! Some students would draw or paint the day away if they could, which is why providing art projects as an option for after school programs is such a popular idea. Whether students […]

    Celebrating American Heart Month in the Classroom

    Celebrations & Themes

    little girl holding her hands up in the shape of a heart

    February is American Heart Month. So why not get your students thinking about their real hearts instead of just candy ones for Valentine’s Day? It’s the perfect time of year to focus on good health and physical activity, and the theme can culminate in a Valentine’s Day celebration full of healthy snacks for a […]

    Forming an Art Club

    Arts & Crafts

    Forming an Art Club

    Some of your students may be more passionate about art than others. You know…the ones who show up while you’re still setting up and the ones you have to scoot out the door 10 minutes after the bell rings? An after-school art club is the perfect place for these passionate student artists to try […]

    Fun Winter-Themed STEM Projects

    STEAM & STEM

    The ice and snow that comes along with winter offers up the perfect opportunity to get in some STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities that are actually fun. We’ve rounded up a few of the coolest wintry projects plus some resources to help you find even more great ideas. Arctic Animals Arctic animals […]

    Tagged With: Winter

    Art Boards 101

    Arts & Crafts

    Art Boards 101

    When you’re ready to put pencil (or pen or paint) to something sturdier than paper, art boards are a natural choice. Keep reading for basic terminology, types of art boards and their uses. Basic Terminology Caliper. Another word for board thickness, it’s derived from the tool used to take the measurement. Art boards are […]

    Tagged With: 101 Art Series

    An Art Teacher’s Gift of Gratitude

    Teacher Life

    An Art Teacher’s Gift of Gratitude

    This holiday you’re sure to receive all kinds of gifts from your students. But there are other gifts that art teachers receive year-round, and the holidays are a great time to stop and take stock of all that we have to be grateful for, like: That Aha Moment – Seeing a concept click for […]

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