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Celebrate Halloween, Día de los Muertos, and Fall Fun with Creative Ideas!
Mariachi Skulls & Día de los Muertos: A Creative Woodblock Printing Project for Kids
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!
God’s Eye Craft for Kids: A Fun and Easy Mexican Art Lesson
Explore the cultural significance of Mexico’s God’s Eye craft with this easy-to-follow project. Perfect for classrooms, this step-by-step tutorial brings the traditional Huichol art of weaving to life for children of all ages.
23 of the Best Halloween Books for Kids: Spooky Tales to Share This October
Prepare for a spine-tingling journey this October! This handpicked collection of the best Halloween books for kids is brimming with stories that strike the perfect…
What is the Reggio Approach?
Discover the Reggio Emilia Approach: Empowering children through exploration, visible learning, and hands-on activities
How to Build a Reggio-Inspired Home Art Studio
Discover how to create a Reggio-inspired home art studio that nurtures child-led creativity and process-based learning. This practical guide covers materials, organization tips, and key elements to foster exploration.
Visible Learning: Showcasing the Creative Process in Reggio Studios
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.
Process Art and Inquiry: Embracing Mistakes and Discoveries in Reggio Studios
In Reggio Emilia-inspired studios, process art prioritizes the journey of creation over the final product, allowing children to explore, experiment, and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities. This approach nurtures creativity, curiosity, and confidence by focusing on the process and helping children discover the joy of artistic inquiry.
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Exquisite Corpse for Kids: 4 Surrealist Games to Boost Creativity in the Classroom
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!
8 Surrealist Games You Can Do with Just an Old Magazine
Unlock the surreal world of creativity with just an old magazine, scissors, and glue! Discover 8 engaging surrealist games perfect for classrooms or personal creative projects.
Unlock Imagination: Calder Fish Mobile Lesson – A Vibrant Dive into Kinetic Art & Modernism
This Calder fish mobile lesson has become a bit of a staple around here as there’s more to it than meets the eye. While we…
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Mariachi Skulls & Día de los Muertos: A Creative Woodblock Printing Project for Kids
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!
Creative Suminagashi STEAM Lesson: Hands-On Learning for the Classroom
Discover the perfect STEAM lesson with Suminagashi—an ancient Japanese marbling technique. Teach students about surface tension, science, and art in this creative hands-on activity.
Yayoi Kusama-Inspired Halloween Printmaking Project for Kids: Easy Pumpkin Art Tutorial
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!
How to Build a Reggio-Inspired Home Art Studio
Discover how to create a Reggio-inspired home art studio that nurtures child-led creativity and process-based learning. This practical guide covers materials, organization tips, and key elements to foster exploration.
How Art Appreciation Fosters Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving in STEAM
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.
How to Create 3D Paper Sculptures with Kids: A Process-Based Art Activity
Create simple 3D paper sculptures with kids using just paper, scissors, and glue. This fun process-based activity encourages exploration of shapes, light, and shadow in art projects perfect for young children.
21 Best Fall Picture Books for Kids: Must-Have Reads for Autumn
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, there’s no better time to curl up with a great picture book that celebrates…
Exquisite Corpse for Kids: 4 Surrealist Games to Boost Creativity in the Classroom
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!
Block Printing for Kids: A Step-by-Step Guide
Block printing is an accessible and engaging art form for kids. This comprehensive guide covers everything from carving safely and inking your block to creating a series of prints. Plus, explore tips and tricks for experimenting with different materials, colors, and techniques to make the most of the block printing experience.
On Our Bookshelf
21 Best Fall Picture Books for Kids: Must-Have Reads for Autumn
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, there’s no better time to curl up with a great picture book that celebrates…
Inspiring Young Minds: Must-Have Children’s Art Books for Creative Exploration
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.
Best Picture Books of 2024 for Your Classroom Library
Discover the top award-winning picture books of 2024, including must-have titles for your classroom like Big, The Truth About Dragons, and Angela’s Glacier.
Top Books to Support Curriculum Learning: Enhance Your Lessons with Award-Winning Titles
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.
Top New Releases for Classroom Libraries: Award-Winning Books of the 2020s
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.
Celebrate Pride Month with These Heartwarming LGBTQ+ Children’s Books
The idea for this list came after I recently bought the amazing book Fille Garçon (or The Way I Am in Italian) by Hélène Druvert for my daughter. Unfortunately,…
Best Snow Children’s Books: A Heart-warming Winter Reading List
Embark on a winter wonderland journey with this handpicked selection of snow children’s books. From the timeless adventures of a young boy in Ezra Jack…
23 of the Best Halloween Books for Kids: Spooky Tales to Share This October
Prepare for a spine-tingling journey this October! This handpicked collection of the best Halloween books for kids is brimming with stories that strike the perfect…
21 Children’s Books about Famous Artists Kids Will Love
If you’re looking for a fun and educational way to introduce your child or students to the world of art, there’s no better place to…