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
5 Art Rubric Grading Tips for Student Artwork Assessment
As an art teacher, you've designed the perfect project, but now you're stuck figuring out how to create an art rubric for grading your students' artwork. You're unsure of which ... Read More
13 Helpful Art Teacher Sub Binder Must Haves
Your child was up all night sick. An unplanned meeting pops up during 5th period. Or your car breaks down on the way to school. Yikes. Sometimes unexpected circumstances arise, and ... Read More
23 Best Art Room Hacks for Elementary & Middle School
Art room hacks save precious time and money. And these days? We could all use a few extra bucks in our wallets. I like to say they're "using your brain to do less work."Teacher ... Read More
19 Inspiring Women’s History Month Art Projects
When I was in art school, my H.W. Janson art history books read like a 'who's who' of White, European males. It wasn't until the chapter entitled, "The Modern World" that women ... Read More
11 Engaging Black History Month Art Projects for K-8
Personally, I think every day is a great day to teach about Black artists (full stop). But, it just so happens that February is Black History Month. And what better time to design ... Read More
9 Ways to Use Art Exit Slips as Formative Assessments
I'm betting you landed here because your principal is requiring you to use art exit slips as formative assessments. And, you're stuck trying to figure out how to implement them ... Read More
Day of the Dead Art Project
What is Day of the Dead?Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) is a Mexican holiday celebrated every November 1st and 2nd. It corresponds with All Souls and All Saints Day.People ... Read More
