When I ask fellow elementary and middle school art teachers about their biggest challenges, I often hear, 'behavior' and 'listening.' And it's true. Our students’ attention spans ... Read More
13 Art Teacher Prep Ideas for Back to School
Whether you're a first year art teacher or just new to teaching art, I have 13 helpful art teacher prep ideas for back to school to get your art program going. Because chances are ... Read More
How to Host a Virtual Art Show
Are you looking to host a virtual art show this school year but don't know how to do it online? This school year, many art teachers are finding themselves in a precarious ... Read More
Growth Mindset Posters for the Art Classroom
Last year I wrote about growth mindset in art education. I talked about how my students were hung up with preconceived notions of either having "talent" or not. And I was wanting ... Read More
Elements of Art Cootie Catcher Game
The elements of art are the building blocks used to describe and create works of art. These components include line, shape, color, texture, value, form, and space. When students ... Read More
Facebook Groups for Visual Arts Teachers
Facebook Groups for Visual Arts Teachers Facebook groups are a great way for art teachers to connect, engage, learn, and grow from other professionals in the field. There is so ... Read More
Growth Mindset in Art Education
After 17 years of teaching art and listening to students put themselves down for not having enough "talent," I decided to employ a growth mindset in art this upcoming school ... Read More
