Inspire and share with your child the wonderful world of creativity with Modern Art Adventures . Authors Jill Laidlaw and Maja Pitamic explore the stories behind 18 masterpieces of modern art and use them as inspira tion for children to create their own exciting and creative art projects with a diverse range of media. The book is divided by the most significant artistic movements of the past century - Impressionism, Expressionism, Abstract, Illustration, Pop Art and S treet Art - and each masterpiece is accompanied by the story of its significance and two step -by- step art activities that are inspired by its techniques and visual effects.

Students of all ages can learn to think like artists! Studio Thinking: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education changed the conversation about quality arts education. Now, a decade later, this new publication shows how the eight Studio Habits of Mind and four Studio Structures can be used successfully with younger students in a range of socioeconomic contexts and school environments. Book Features: Habit-by-habit definitions, classroom examples, and related visual artist exemplars emphasizing contemporary artists. Full color mini-posters teachers can hang in their classrooms to illustrate each of the eight Studio Habits of Mind. Sample templates for students to use as they plan, reflect upon, and talk about works of art. Innovative approaches to assessment and strategies for implementation. Photos throughout the book of Studio Thinking signage and activities, students making art, and student artworks. Suggestions for using Studio Thinking for arts education advocacy. COMPANION VOLUME? Studio Thinking 2: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education, Second Edition, Lois Hetland, Ellen Winner, Shirley Veenema, and Kimberly M. Sheridan.

Relive Mowgli's adventures in this brand-new edition of Rudyard Kipling's classics, The Jungle Books. Produced in association with the UK's National Gallery, the dustjacket of this handsome new edition features Henri Rousseau's famous 1891 jungle scene, Surprised! This book includes expert notes on the original art and its relationship to the classic stories. Featuring the full original text of both The Jungle Book and The Second Jungle Book, these collections of short stories tell the unforgettable tale of Mowgli, the man-cub abandoned in the Indian jungle, and his animal friends and foes. They also feature such well-known poems and stories as 'Rikki-Tikki-Tavi' and 'The Law of the Jungle'. It's the perfect gift for young readers, or anyone who wants a beautifully bound edition of this classic story. This volume is part of the new Masterpiece Classics series from Welbeck, which includes Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, with more titles to be released in the coming months.

Few artistic subjects can compete with the vibrant, colorful splendor of the ocean and its inhabitants. Now kids can learn to re-create their own underwater world with How to Draw Sea Creatures, where they’ll find easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for drawing 20 different aquatic creatures of all shapes and sizes.

Starting with basic shapes and following through, step by step, to finished illustrations, kids will learn to draw an octopus, sea horse, dolphin, shark, and many more ocean creatures! Fascinating facts about the featured animals provide additional inspiration and learning opportunities along the way.

With How to Draw Sea Creatures, kids will soon be rendering their own astounding aquatic world!

Como dibujar animales, rostros, y mas !Esta guia para dibujar paso a paso es esencial para todos los ninos! Consta 365 figuras para dibujar, se disfrutaran mientras aprenden una nueva habilidad. Si sus hijos quieren aprender a dibujar ninos, coches rapidos, o mascotas peludas, se deleitaran con El libro de dibujo para ninos. Aprende a dibujar. Ninos y ninas aprenden a convertir su creatividad en habilidad con El libro de dibujo para ninos. Con consejos simples sobre como dibujar y tecnicas sencillas pronto podran llevar su creatividad a un nuevo nivel. Si sus hijos estan fascinados con el arte, los bocetos, o simplemente quieren aprender a dibujar lindas ilustraciones, este libro les ofrece ideas de dibujo faciles paso a paso. Como dibujar similar a un artista. ?Es su hijo el proximo Goya, Frida, o Picasso? Dentro de este libro para dibujar, los ninos encontraran algo para llenar todas sus expectativas. Lleno de posibilidades, El libro de dibujo para ninos contiene 365 figuras para dibujar, una cada dia del ano: animales, objetos, alimentos, plantas, vehiculos, deportes, y mas. Cada actividad es como una leccion de arte en miniatura, dividida en pasos simples, para que todos los pequenos artistas puedan crear una obra maestra. Si desean aprender a dibujar, ninos 10 anos o menos disfrutaran este divertido libro, donde pueden convertir su creatividad en confianza artistica. En este libro: Aprende a dibujar en 10 pasos o menos Desarrolla habilidades de dibujo tecnico y dibujo artistico Encuentra como elegir material de dibujo Si esta buscando libros para aprender a dibujar, libros para ninos y ninas, actividades para ninos, o libros infantiles-como Aprende a dibujar, 501 consejos para tus primeros dibujos, Un dibujo paso a paso cada dia, o Escuela de dibujo para ninos- entonces le encantara El libro de dibujo para ninos.

The school curriculum is a contested arena. There are competing pressures from those who advocate that it should be constructed on a subject specific basis, whereas at the other end of the continuum is the stance taken by this book, that learning, and especially learning in the arts, can transcend artificial boundaries between subjects. This book sets out a case for cross-curricular learning involving the arts in secondary schools.

Cross-Curricular Teaching and Learning in the Secondary School...The Arts argues for the development of a new, skilful pedagogy which embeds an authentic, cross-curricular approach to teaching and learning in the work of the individual teacher. Teachers are empowered to think about creative pedagogies, and pupils are able to engage in deep learning as a result.

Key features of the text include:

• theoretical examination of key issues
• curriculum planning materials and resources
• a wide range of case studies drawn from innovative practise
• frameworks for assessment and evaluation.

Part of the Cross-Curricular Teaching and Learning in the Secondary School series, this textbook breaks the boundaries between curriculum subjects and the arts. It is timely reading for all students on Initial Teacher Training courses as well as practising teachers looking to introduce cross-curricular themes in their own subjects.

This book is an inquiry about the possibilities of using technology to support the education of artists within higher education contexts. Even though technology-enhanced learning and teaching may seem incongruent with the long-established studio-based cultures of making and performing, it is increasingly becoming a pivotal point to connect artistes to potential audience and markets. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, technology is also the crucial linchpin for educational continuity of student artists. This book explores how technology could enhance the education of artists and designers as they continue to create, make, and add value to life and society through their artistry. It draws upon the experiences of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), a pioneering arts institution in Singapore with over 80 years of institutional history. Through 9 vignettes, this book illustrates technology-enhanced pedagogical practices that have been implemented in different artistic learning spaces including classroom, studio, and stage as well as institutional support strategies. With a naturalistic stance, these chapters seek to illuminate realistic pictures of teaching and learning that are being uncovered by artist educators as they sought to integrate technology within teaching practices using available technologies and within the classes that they are teaching. It is hoped that this book will stimulate conversation among artist educators about possible pedagogical models, as well as inform higher arts institutions about the contextual strategies needed to support the creation of technology-enhanced pedagogical practices.

Discover all about the fascinating lives of some of the most unusual, quirky and eccentric characters in world history! Learn about the horror story writer who was afraid of the dark, find out why one famous artist paid workers to dig up a corpse, and how one of Britain's most famous authors managed to publish 80 books without writing a single word. Peppered with Crackpot Quiz questions and Mad, Bad and Truly Sticky Endings features this book is enthralling, entertaining and educational all at the same time!

This simple, engaging introduction to art combines superb reproductions of an imaginative selection of artworks by artists ranging from Rousseau and Seurat to Lowry and Van Gogh. With beautifully pitched text supported by friendly cartoon-style illustrations, What's in the Picture? invites young children to search for particular objects or other detail in the paintings displayed. Further questions encourage children to examine each artwork and to explain, very simply, what is happening in the pictures.

The newest volume in Black Dog's best-selling, award-winning Child's Introduction series explores the fascinating world of art and artists and includes do-it-yourself art projects throughout.In the tradition of Black Dog's best-selling Child's Introduction books, which include The Story of the Orchestra and A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky, A Child's Introduction to Art introduces kids ages 9 through 12 to the art world's most famous painters, styles, and periods, all brought to life through full-color photographs of 40 masterpieces, as well as charming original illustrations.The book highlights 40 painters and sculptors, including Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet, Diego Velasquez, Vincent van Gogh, Salvador Dali, Mary Cassatt, and Andy Warhol, providing information on their life, inspirations, influences, technique, and a full-color photo of one of their signature works of art. It also includes an overview of various styles and periods (Renaissance, Impressionism, Cubism, etc.), instruction on how to view and appreciate art, and information on the color wheel and other tools artists employ.Fun art projects throughout, such as Can You Find It?, Q-tip pointillism, making a stained-glass window with tissue paper, and Spatter Paint like Pollock, allow kids to learn about painting techniques and explore their own artistic abilities. Also includes five masterpiece paintings to color.Meredith Hamilton's witty illustrations add another dimension to the excellent text and photographs.

This book explores the potential of arts and cultural education to contribute to on-going efforts to promote Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in line with UNESCO's conceptualizations of the field. It builds on the experiences of arts educators working to build sustainable futures and portrays new and innovative approaches. Chapters comprise case studies that combine arts, culture, sustainable thinking and practices. They also include research from historical perspectives, evaluations of public policy measures and offer theoretical approaches and methodologies. The book unfolds the possible relationships between arts and cultural education and Education for Sustainable Development.

What makes the Creative arts Today course unique? The Today creative arts series organizes the required content per discipline per term; each discipline includes a variety of possible formal assessment tasks for the teacher to select from; all information is up-to-date and relevant; every discipline ends every term with a revision exercise to prepare learners for formal assessment; relevant illustrations included throughout. Trust Today to be up-to-date and fresh for the classroom: Opportunities for revision, exam practice and assessment throughout; develops language skills alongside subject knowledge; all content is fully CAPS-compliant; your easy-to-use complete classroom solution! Today, for successful teaching tomorrow.

From the creators of Never Show a T-Rex a Book - WINNER OF THE QUEEN'S KNICKERS AWARD A laugh-out-loud 'what if . . .?' adventure... What would happen if you showed a diplodocus how to draw? One day she'd be messing around with crayons and paint - and the next she'd be a global art sensation! Full of fun - get drawing with Dippy!

GROWING ARTISTS: TEACHING THE ARTS TO YOUNG CHILDREN, 6th Edition, provides early childhood educators with the theoretical framework and background knowledge needed to design creative arts activities for young children from infancy through the primary grades. Beautifully illustrated with children's artwork, it features a wealth of child-tested, open-ended dramatic arts, music, creative dance, and visual art activities that foster children's creativity. Examples of teaching in action model how to be an enthusiastic and effective teacher of the arts process. This book provides a rich-resource of ideas and approaches that will inspire all those who work with young children to explore the arts process with them.

Integrating arts and practical handwork into academic learning can have a wealth of benefits for children and their development. An experienced Waldorf crafts and class teacher here shares her extensive experience of doing hands-on activities with children aged 6 to 14, in a school context. This is both an inspiring and a practical book for Steiner-Waldorf teachers.

One late spring morning the American artist Jackson Pollock began work on the canvas that would ultimately come to be known as Number 1, 1950 ("Lavender Mist").
Award-winning authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan use this moment as the departure point for a unique picture book about a great painter and the way in which he worked. Their lyrical text, drawn from Pollock's own comments and those made by members of his immediate circle, is perfectly complemented by vibrant watercolors by Robert Andrew Parker that honor his spirit of the artist without imitating his paintings.
A photographic reproduction of the finished painting, a short biography, a bibliography, and a detailed list of notes and sources that are fascinating reading in their own right make this an authoritative as well as beautiful book for readers of all ages.

"Izzy's happiness at creating something of their own and the simple but lively text make for a delightful and engaging read-aloud. A charming stroll through the imagination and a testament to the joys of creativity." -Kirkus Inspired by a museum visit, a young koala decides to make art of their very own in this playful picture book from acclaimed author-artist Tim Miller. Perfect for fans of The Dot, What Do You Do with an Idea?, and The Book of Mistakes. Izzy loves the big city-especially the art museum. Izzy is so inspired by the art all around-now it's time to make their own! This joyful celebration of creativity will spark the imagination of every young reader.

Find out all there is to know about your favourite farm animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make cows, pigs, sheep dogs, Highland cows and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques. The book also contains photos and facts about farm animals. Each project uses a range of everyday materials and clear step-by-step instructions to ensure a great result every time! Includes a wide range of craft techniques - from cutting out and tracing to papier-mache and painting.

Just hours before the opening of its 10th anniversary exhibition, disaster strikes the City Gallery - Molly Adams, the curator, arrives for work to find that her computer and valuable files have been stolen. The 32 paintings in the exhibition are safe, but the accompanying information panels are missing too! With no obvious way of identifying which of the 16 artists made each painting,and time running out to remake the information panels, the exhibition opening threatens to be a catastrophe. To make matters worse, Molly discovers that one of the artists has ben bribed by a rival curator to submit a painting that will ruin the reputation of the City Gallery if it is exhibited. At a loss, Molly appeals to the reader for help Using the split-page format, the reader must work through the exhibition, room by room, painting by painting. Each work in the anniversary exhibition contains details taken from two, three, four or five pictures in the gallery's permanent collection of modern art masterpieces. The details could be anything - a dog's head, a totem pole or a staring eye, for example. By carefully comparing each painting in the exhibition with photographs of the works in the perman