
Teach Kids Art Blog
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I'm Cheryl, and I'm a great supporter of children's art. I spent over 20 years teaching art to children and it was the most rewarding job I've ever had! This diverse set of experiences has taught me a lot, and I'm happy to keep sharing what I've learned in order to assist others find success teaching art to children!
Teach Kids Art Blog
1M ago
Kids love to celebrate birthdays, so what better time to introduce a new artist than on that artist’s birthday? This “Artist Birthdays” list will help you plan your artist-inspired lessons. I’ve added links to more pages with helpful info and lesson plans on Teach Kids Art. (Artists pictured… top row, L to R: Paul Cezanne,...
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Teach Kids Art Blog
4M ago
Pumpkin carving is one of the most creative and fun traditions of the fall season. Whether you're a seasoned carver looking for tips, or helping kids carve their first pumpkin, this post is for you. Choosing the right pumpkin and following a few helpful ideas can make all the difference in bringing your design to life.
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Teach Kids Art Blog
9M ago
Kids and adults alike are fascinated by the creativity of cartoonist Rube Goldberg, and the humorous cause and effect relationships that his creations display. This lesson provides a creative way to practice drawing and shading a variety of 3D forms and using them to create a clever contraption!
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Teach Kids Art Blog
9M ago
Kids love making art in the style of Andy Warhol. This may be because his style is so recognizable, easy to imitate, and just plain fun! For this project, portraits or images of a single object will work best. You can use whatever supplies you have to create your own art in the style of Andy Warhol.
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Teach Kids Art Blog
10M ago
Combine art with science when you teach kids to paint their own symmetrical butterfly using oil pastels and watercolor paint.
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Teach Kids Art Blog
1y ago
You can learn a lot about a culture from its art! When I visited Haiti, I learned that the Haitian people are both resilient and resourceful. Their resourcefulness is very evident in their art. One example of Haitian resourcefulness is the nature collage cards they make and sell. They gather local organic materials which they […]
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Teach Kids Art Blog
2y ago
Hues and Cues (affiliate link) is a fast-paced color game that all ages can enjoy together. It’s easy to learn and can be adapted to suit a variety of situations. From the classroom to family game nights, this is a game that’s fun to play for any group, no matter the age or skill level. […]
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Teach Kids Art Blog
2y ago
When I taught K-8 Art at a small private school, my budget was always, “Spend as little as possible”. But I found ways to make it work and give my students great art experiences despite the shortage of funding. If you’re in a similar low-budget (or no-budget!) position, I hope some of these ideas will […]
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2y ago
Helping kids review the Elements of Art & Principles of Design is easy when you make a game of it! This beach ball scavenger hunt is adaptable across a wide range of ages. I’ve used it from 1st grade through high school by customizing my questions or directives for the students I’m using it with. This […]
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2y ago
Kids will enjoy making this Crazy Crown Craft to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. A “royal jubilee” is a special celebration to mark the number of the years a king or queen has reigned. It doesn’t happen every year, but only certain years. Each jubilee is represented by a precious metal: Silver (25 […]
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