Robots are such a great theme for an art lesson! Students can let their imaginations go wild while thinking of all kinds of tasks that the robots can perform. Robots also offer a chance to practice a few different lesson objectives, as the examples below will demonstrate.
How Do You Assess Learning?
I read a blog post by Melissa Purtee that asserts that we should be assessing learning, not just the work. Or at least using a balanced approach that includes assessing both the learning and the work.
Assessment, It's Not Just for Teachers!
Even if you don't LOVE assessing (and who does?), here are some tips to make it easier and more effective.
Teaching the Artistic Process
An Identity Lesson With a Mission!
What's the Story Behind the Logo?
I'm joining Jenny K's fun linky that will let you know the story behind many of the logos you see on blogs and TpT.
Here is the story behind Expressive Monkey's logo.
Glass Magnets
I'm putting this activity together for the Old Hilliardfest as a free activity sponsored by the Hilliard Arts Council. Here are the steps to make these beautiful glass magnets.
The Visual Structure of Sketchnotes
Before you start sketchnote taking, it's important to think about which visual structure you will use. Each structure has advantages and will work best for different kinds of information.
The flowing structure works best for a sequence of events, functioning like a timeline.
The flowing structure also works for information that branches out like the branches of a tree.
Stained Glass Butterfly
I was looking for a technique to make an easy stained glass butterfly using wax paper. Here is what I came up with.
For Students Who Are Afraid to Draw
I love using the wacky birds as a drawing lesson with students. They are so much fun to draw and students can relax a little knowing that things don't have to be perfect.
Here are some steps to turn wacky bird drawings into fun chalk pastel art.
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