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Dia de Los Muertos!

Celebrate Halloween, Día de los Muertos, and Fall Fun with Creative Ideas!

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Yayoi Kusama-Inspired Halloween Block Printing Project for Kids: Pumpkin Stamp Art Tutorial
Art History | Artist Life | Lesson Plan | Print-Making

Yayoi Kusama-Inspired Halloween Block Printing Project for Kids: Pumpkin Stamp Printmaking Tutorial

Reading Time: 4 minutes Introduce kids to Yayoi Kusama’s obsession with repetition through this Halloween block printing project. Create pumpkin stamps from rubber blocks and explore printmaking techniques inspired by Kusama’s art.

Art Bites: Frida Kahlo and the Celebration of Mexican Culture_Art Sprouts
All About Mexico | Art Bites | Artist Life | Essay

Into Frida Kahlo’s Kitchen: The Mexican Food that Inspired Her Art and Life

Reading Time: 6 minutes Step into Frida Kahlo’s kitchen at Casa Azul and uncover how her favorite Mexican dishes, like mole and ceviche, were more than just food—they were a celebration of life and a reflection of her vibrant, creative spirit.

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All About Mexico | Lesson Plan | Mixed Media

No-Carve Sugar Skull Pumpkin Painting: A Fun Halloween & Day of the Dead Craft for Kids

Reading Time: 5 minutes Looking for a fun, kid-friendly Halloween and Día de los Muertos craft? Try this no-carve Sugar Skull Pumpkin Painting project! Learn how to paint vibrant sugar skull designs on real pumpkins and top them off with colorful tissue paper flowers. Perfect for families and classrooms, this mess-free activity is a creative way to celebrate both holidays!

What is the Reggio Approach?

Discover the Reggio Emilia Approach: Empowering children through exploration, visible learning, and hands-on activities

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Physical Books vs. E-Books vs. Audiobooks for Children: A Complete Guide for Parents
Book Recommendations | Inquiry-Based Learning | Reggio Approach

Physical Books vs. E-Books vs. Audiobooks for Children: A Complete Guide for Parents

Reading Time: 5 minutes Choosing between physical books, e-books, and audiobooks for your child is not easy. Each format offers unique benefits. Explore how to create a balanced reading routine that fits your family’s needs and helps your child’s development.

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Art Education | Reggio Approach

Visible Learning: Showcasing the Creative Process in Reggio Studios

Reading Time: 5 minutes In Reggio Emilia-inspired classrooms, making learning visible emphasizes the importance of the creative process over the final product. Learn how to document and showcase the entire artistic journey, allowing children’s learning and discovery to be celebrated.

THEMATIC LESSON PLANS

Play like a Surrealist

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Exquisite Corpse for Kids: 4 Surrealist Games to Boost Creativity in the Classroom
Art Education | Art History | Lesson Plan | Mixed Media | Painting | Process Art

Exquisite Corpse for Kids: 4 Surrealist Games to Boost Creativity in the Classroom

Reading Time: 8 minutes Discover four fun, creative versions of Exquisite Corpse, a Surrealist game perfect for classrooms. Whether it’swriting, drawing, or collage, these collaborative activities inspire creativity in kids. Learn how to incorporate these games into a Reggio-inspired, inquiry-based classroom!

"The bridal pair with the Eiffel tower", Marc Chagall art symbols and characters

Artist Inspired

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a group of people around a table celebrating mid-autumn festival in traditional woodblock print style

Chinese Culture

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Seasonal

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Yayoi Kusama-Inspired Halloween Block Printing Project for Kids: Pumpkin Stamp Art Tutorial
Art History | Artist Life | Lesson Plan | Print-Making

Yayoi Kusama-Inspired Halloween Block Printing Project for Kids: Pumpkin Stamp Printmaking Tutorial

Reading Time: 4 minutes Introduce kids to Yayoi Kusama’s obsession with repetition through this Halloween block printing project. Create pumpkin stamps from rubber blocks and explore printmaking techniques inspired by Kusama’s art.

Art Bites: Frida Kahlo and the Celebration of Mexican Culture_Art Sprouts
All About Mexico | Art Bites | Artist Life | Essay

Into Frida Kahlo’s Kitchen: The Mexican Food that Inspired Her Art and Life

Reading Time: 6 minutes Step into Frida Kahlo’s kitchen at Casa Azul and uncover how her favorite Mexican dishes, like mole and ceviche, were more than just food—they were a celebration of life and a reflection of her vibrant, creative spirit.

Physical Books vs. E-Books vs. Audiobooks for Children: A Complete Guide for Parents
Book Recommendations | Inquiry-Based Learning | Reggio Approach

Physical Books vs. E-Books vs. Audiobooks for Children: A Complete Guide for Parents

Reading Time: 5 minutes Choosing between physical books, e-books, and audiobooks for your child is not easy. Each format offers unique benefits. Explore how to create a balanced reading routine that fits your family’s needs and helps your child’s development.

Sugar Skulls Pumkping Painting_Art Sprouts_IMG_8826
All About Mexico | Lesson Plan | Mixed Media

No-Carve Sugar Skull Pumpkin Painting: A Fun Halloween & Day of the Dead Craft for Kids

Reading Time: 5 minutes Looking for a fun, kid-friendly Halloween and Día de los Muertos craft? Try this no-carve Sugar Skull Pumpkin Painting project! Learn how to paint vibrant sugar skull designs on real pumpkins and top them off with colorful tissue paper flowers. Perfect for families and classrooms, this mess-free activity is a creative way to celebrate both holidays!

mariachi-skulls-dia-de-los-muertos-art-project Art Sprouts
All About Mexico | Folk Art | Lesson Plan | Print-Making

Mariachi Skulls & Día de los Muertos: A Creative Woodblock Printing Project for Kids

Reading Time: 6 minutes Discover a fun and educational art project for kids that combines mariachi music, Mexican folk art, and Día de los Muertos traditions through woodblock printing. A creative way to celebrate the Day of the Dead!

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Art Education

Yayoi Kusama-Inspired Halloween Printmaking Project for Kids: Easy Pumpkin Art Tutorial

Reading Time: 5 minutes Discover how to create Yayoi Kusama-inspired pumpkin art with this fun Halloween printmaking project for kids. This tutorial blends creativity with art history and provides a simple, mess-free alternative to traditional Halloween crafts. Perfect for the classroom or home!

Fish Kite, Yasuo Kuniyoshi, 1950
Art Education | STEAM

How Art Appreciation Fosters Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving in STEAM

Reading Time: 3 minutes Art appreciation in STEAM education teaches students to embrace ambiguity and multiple perspectives, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving. Discover how these skills, developed through art, prepare students for complex challenges in education and beyond.

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Physical Books vs. E-Books vs. Audiobooks for Children: A Complete Guide for Parents
Book Recommendations | Inquiry-Based Learning | Reggio Approach

Physical Books vs. E-Books vs. Audiobooks for Children: A Complete Guide for Parents

Reading Time: 5 minutes Choosing between physical books, e-books, and audiobooks for your child is not easy. Each format offers unique benefits. Explore how to create a balanced reading routine that fits your family’s needs and helps your child’s development.

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Art Education | Art History | Book Recommendations

Inspiring Young Minds: Must-Have Children’s Art Books for Creative Exploration

Reading Time: 10 minutes Looking to inspire creativity in your child? Dive into our curated collection of must-have children’s art books. These reads don’t just entertain—they’re gateways to learning, exploring color, and understanding the fascinating world of art. Whether you’re raising a budding artist or just want to foster a love of creativity, these titles will spark imagination and offer countless opportunities for discovery.

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Book Recommendations | Inquiry-Based Learning

Top Books to Support Curriculum Learning: Enhance Your Lessons with Award-Winning Titles

Reading Time: 12 minutes Elevate your classroom with this selection of curriculum-supporting books that align with key subjects like math, science, and history. These award-winning titles offer engaging narratives and stunning illustrations to enhance your lessons and inspire students.

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Book Recommendations

Top New Releases for Classroom Libraries: Award-Winning Books of the 2020s

Reading Time: 5 minutes Stay ahead with our curated list of the latest must-have books for classroom libraries. Featuring only the best award-winning titles from the 2020s, these stories combine amazing narratives with stunning illustrations that are sure to engage students of all ages.