I posted this lesson awhile back as "Name Aliens", but I've since figured out a better way to teach this, so I improved the directions. As soon as kids can write their names in cursive, they're ready to create these whimsical creatures! To make "bugs", just add six legs instead of two! (Adapted from the book, "Paper Designs" by Jerome C. Brown)Can you guess what name this … [Read more...]
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TIP #55: 3 Fun Drawing Warm Ups Kids Will Love
Drawing warm ups are a great way for kids to transition into art time from their other subjects or activities. This shift requires both a physical and mental adjustment in order for kids to move quickly to a new focus. What is a drawing warm up? A “drawing warm up” is a one or two minute exercise done at the very beginning of art class. Similar to “morning work” or a … [Read more...]
TIP #54: 3 Steps to Help Kids Find Flow with Art
The right environment and some strategic preparation can help kids find flow with art. When we craft their surroundings and assignments with flow in mind, kids can get there more easily, and more often. What is “Flow”? The idea of “flow” was coined by psychologist and researcher Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, PhD. His book, “Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience" … [Read more...]
Name Aliens
"Name Alien" by RobertHere's a fun symmetry project that I adapted from another really old book, "Paper Designs" by Jerome C. Brown. It's out of print, but can still be found through used book sellers. When students are comfortable with writing their names in cursive, they are ready for this project.... I do this with the third graders at my school every year and it's always … [Read more...]