1. Create a welcoming space. Students should feel comfortable taking risks and exploring their creativity. 2. Provide a variety of materials and resources. Give students the opportunity to experiment with different mediums and techniques. 3. Encourage students to be creative. Don't be afraid to let students go off-script. 4. Provide feedback and support. Help students to identify their strengths

Yesterday, some pretty big and exciting news was released: I'll be teaming up with The Art of Education in the creation of Everyday Art Room, a podcast dedicated to all things elementary art teacherin

My first poster from my very first year teaching elementary art! [2010-2011]

It's time for another year!

GUYS! I am SO EXCITED! Our new addition is complete and the physical space of our school has doubled. It is so nice to not have to push your way through the halls. It’s like there’s breathing room now. We also have a new art room, so I HAVE MY OWN ROOM NOW. I’m so thrilled that we don’t have to share a room anymore and all of our supplies can spread out. I have the old room and our … Read more... →

1 million years ago (ok, actually 14) when I walked into my first art room there was absolutely nothing in it. Other than tables and chairs, there were no supplies, no white board, no decor. Nada. I had taken a job at a brand new beautiful school which certainly had it’s perks (clean, brand new, not having to inherit a

In the Art Room: Early Finishers, Part 2

Download the perfect letter to parents to address behavior at school. My copy has my contact info, but I made a general version for all of you. You could just sign your name at the bottom above where the parent signs.