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Integrating Beautiful Art And Symmetry Into Your Math Classroom
In math classrooms across the globe, there's a familiar scene: a student raises their hand, curiosity gleaming in their eyes, and poses the timeless question, "Why does learning about symmetry even matter?" While as educators, we inherently understand the importance of math concepts, bridging that understanding for students requires a touch of real-world magic. Enter the world of art and symmetry, where abstract concepts find tangible connections.

Springtime Art Fun is Here: Engaging and Colorful Classroom Games
Springtim art fun is here! These engaging and colorful classroom games are a palette of creativity! Whether you're an art educator or a general education teacher looking to get your students involved in more creative projects these classroom art games will be just what you are looking for!

Welcoming Spring With Daffodils: A Beautiful Collage Art Project
The Daffodil Collage Painted Paper Project is such a celebration of this joyful season. Capturing the essence of spring through the lens of artistic expression will truly inspire your students. Plus, this project is great as an extension of life cycles in science or to send home as a gift on Mother’s Day.

The Ultimate Guide to Classroom Management for Creative Classrooms
This article explores the art of classroom management, providing insights and strategies to help art teachers establish a supportive and nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive.

7 Language Arts Games: End of Year Activities for After State Testing
Are you on the lookout for language arts games that will engage students to help relieve the stress from the test? Your search ends here! Whether you're an art teacher seeking inspiration, a literacy enthusiast looking to infuse creativity into your lessons, or an advocate of arts integration, you're in for a treat! In this article, we'll dive into 7 interactive reading games to transform your classroom into interactive fun!

Boost Creativity with these 7 Center Activities: Arts Integration Ideas Inside
Ever found yourself wondering about how arts integration can boost creativity in the classroom? This post is crafted for every creative teacher out there – whether you're an art teacher weaving connections into general ed classrooms or a gen ed teacher on the lookout for fresh ways to teach your content through art. Get ready to explore these 7 Center Activities, and for each resource, I'll share a practical arts-integrated tip to spice up your teaching game.

3 Compelling Reasons to Incorporate AI in the Art Room
Art education has always been about nurturing creativity and pushing the boundaries of imagination. In today's digital age, technology is offering new avenues for artistic expression, and one of the most exciting frontiers is the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the art room. While some may be hesitant about blending the traditional world of art with cutting-edge technology, there are several compelling reasons why educators and students alike should embrace AI in the art classroom.

Safe Environments Enhance Learning: Whole Child Education
Creating physically and emotionally safe environments for student and adults enhances the learning process

Can Arts Integration Be a Powerful Advantage for Art Teachers?
Arts integration is a teaching strategy that blends the arts equitably with other subjects to create a more engaging and meaningful learning experience for students. As an art teacher, you can use arts integration to improve your instruction and highlight the importance of the arts in education.

3 Reasons to Teach Geometry Angles Using Art
Did you know that math and art can compliment each other? In this PopPD training, I’ll share how you can teach geometry angle names, finding angles in geometry, and more through art.

Free Lesson Plan on Symmetry with Art Integration
Looking for a lesson plan on symmetry? Why not bring math and art together! Inside this blog, I’ll explain how teaching symmetry with art can be achieved, plus pass along a free resource.

3 Steps for Using Art Prints to Rigorously Address Standards and Meet Goals
In this post, we’ll explore 3 steps to using art prints to meet goals in your classroom through arts integration.

The Complete Guide to (Easy) Watercolor Pencils for Any Teacher
With good quality watercolor pencils, anyone can produce beautiful artwork in record time, and with very little mess! In order to create that beautiful artwork, however, it’s important to have the right tools and supplies on hand. Here’s a quick guide on how to use watercolor pencils like a pro.

Hands-on Literacy Centers vs. Artful Literacy Centers™
Want to get more out of your hands on literacy centers? Artful Literacy Centers™ are purposeful about involving metacognition and having students rely on their speaking and listening skills to articulate what they’re learning and doing. Learn more on the blog!

Art Classroom Must-Haves: The Top 5 Pieces of Furniture You Need
When it comes to setting up an art class, there are a few pieces of furniture that are absolutely essential. Creating the right atmosphere in the classroom is key for providing students with the best opportunity to learn and express themselves. In this blog post, we'll take a look at the top five pieces of furniture you need to create the perfect art class. From essential storage solutions to comfortable seating, these five pieces of furniture are sure to make your art class stand out. Keep reading to find out what the must-haves are for any art classroom!

How to Bring Artful Literacy Centers™ to Your Classroom
Ready to take your literacy centers to the next level? Artful Literacy Centers™ are a great way to incorporate student choice and also recognize that not every student can demonstrate their knowledge the same way.

What's the Difference Between Tempera and Acrylic Paint?
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between tempera paint and acrylic paint? You're not alone! Many people don't know the difference between tempera paint versus acrylic paint. In this blog post, we'll explore the differences between these two popular types of paint, including their application, cost, and more. Keep reading to learn more about tempera paint vs acrylic paint.

Reasons to Teach Marc Chagall to Students
Try out this spring art idea! Students will use Marc Chagall as inspiration as they create their own spring-themed art.

Don't Know What to Do in Middle School Art Class? Here's a few Ideas!
Students often learn about and experiment with a range of artistic methods and mediums in middle school art programs, including crafts, printmaking, sculpture, painting, and drawing.
Here are some ideas to get you started thinking about your middle school art curriculum. Let the brainstorming begin!