Get to know me art project

Are you nervous about starting the school year? Or are you excited to get things going? Even though this is my lucky 13th year teaching, I still get anxious to go back. It’s a combo of nerves, excitement and anxiety about getting back into a different routine. I still have dreams that the class is out of control, I forget that I am scheduled to teach or I oversleep. Recently, I asked readers to share their top tips for starting … Read more... →

This Collage Self-Portrait Art Project for kids uses loose parts to create a keepsake or Mother's Day Gift in Pre-K and Kindergarten

The first days of school are always hectic and stressful. If this is your first year teaching elementary art it probably feels downright overwhelming. For me it is about getting to know my students, getting them comfortable with me, introducing rules, and giving them a quick drawing activity. I do it the same every year and it works great for me. I have 30-40 minute classes. I move very quickly through the following activities. I also have these steps outlined on the board, so that I don't…

These up-and-coming influencers share amazing ideas for teaching our children through art, nature, and play.

Here's a great idea I spotted on Pinterest.... I tried this lesson with my middle school students and they had so much fun with it! I originally used a copy

These all about me worksheets are a fun free printable get to know me activity. Great for a back to school activity or a rainy day.

Fifth Grade Symbolically-Colored Self-Portraits – Art With Ms. Bruce

Heading back to school? Let students dream up their very own tee shirt designs with our all about me worksheet.