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Fun Games to Foster Divergent Thinking Skills in Your Class

October 15, 2023April 17, 2021 by Stephanie

One of my favorite topics to teach in my art class, no matter what the age or skill level, is divergent thinking. What is divergent thinking? One of my favorite videos to introduce divergent thinking to my students is the lecture by Ken Robinson. Divergent thinking is the ability to come up with multiple solutions … Read more

Three ways to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week at your school!

October 26, 2023April 12, 2021 by Stephanie

If there is anything the world has learned from having their kiddos home during the pandemic, it’s that teachers deserve lots of love and appreciation! Every year, there is a week of Teacher Appreciation dedicated to honoring teachers (usually the first week of May). So, how can art teachers help to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week … Read more