Boosting Art Programs in Schools
Arts education budgets are among first things to be cut in austere economic times. Many schools are facing budget deficits and shortfalls. Schools are finding that they must cut art, music and sports...
View ArticleImportant Facts About Arts in Education
Students who study art are four times more likely to be recognized for their academic achievements and three times as likely to be awarded for their school attendance. Music education and Art...
View ArticlePainting Self-Portraits for Kids
The children learn about and paint self-portraits. For ages 6 to 9. Plan 2 to 3 sessions.KEY IDEAS Learning about self-portraits Observing facial features Planning use of the whole paper Using large...
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Painting 3D Fish
The children cut out and paint mirror-images of fish, and then make them three-dimensional by stuffing them with wadded newspaper. For ages 6 to 9. Plan 3 to 4 sessions.KEY IDEAS Drawing large enough...
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Painting Mexican Folk Art
The children add texture to their papers before making Amate bark paintings, a traditional Mexican folk art. For ages 6 to 13. Plan 3 to 4 sessions.KEY IDEAS Learning about a native art of Mexico...
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Painting the Moon
Moon Painting Grade Level: 2-4Materials needed for the project 7 inch gray construction paper squares 11 x 17 inch black construction paper black tempra paint white tempra paint paint pallets or mixing...
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Painting like the masters
After learning about the life and works of Vincent van Gogh, the children make paintings using his style. For ages 3 to 9. Plan 1 session.KEY IDEAS Learning about Vincent van Gogh and his work Painting...
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