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Monthly Archives: April 2015

Abstract Expressionist Symmetry Masks

April 30, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing 1 Comment

I presently overlap my curriculums so that my students are introduced to an art movement and then experience it again during another year of study. Like my Kindergarteners, my Second […]

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2nd Grade, Art Movements

Autumn Expressions: Kindergarten Abstract Expressionist Leaf Painting

April 25, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing Leave a comment

Okay, I admit I’ve been a loser for not posting student artwork as of late. I’ve had artwork to post, but have allowed other writing topics about art and teaching […]

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Artists, Kindergarten

Inspiring Students … Or, Reasons to Have a Chalkboard

April 21, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing Leave a comment

I so enjoy when I come across a stories such as these. They are equally fun and inspiring; almost magical! Here a middle school art teacher uses his own chalkboard […]

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Art Advocacy, Inspiration

Now on Facebook: The Poetry of Seeing

April 20, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing Leave a comment

“Like” Us Today The Poetry of Seeing offers art lesson ideas and inspiration, as well as thoughts on art education, product reviews, classroom organization, and more! As a companion to this website, […]

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Art Advocacy, Social Media

Book Review: Engaging Learners Through Artmaking (Part 1)

April 14, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing Leave a comment

Engaging Learners Through Artmaking, written by Katherine Douglas and Diane Jaquith, addresses the idea of student choice in the art room. In 2014, my department hosted a consultant who came […]

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Book Review, Classroom, Curriculum

Art Classes Starting at The Poetry of Seeing

April 10, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing Leave a comment

Does the Shoe Fit? Do you live in the Woodbury, NJ area? Do any of these scenarios fit you? My child’s school eliminated the art program My child enjoys art, but does […]

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1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, Art Advocacy, Art Classes, Kindergarten

Christ in Art

April 5, 2015by The Poetry of Seeing 1 Comment

On this beautiful day when Christians celebrate the resurrection of their Savior, I’d like to recommend you take a moment and enjoy a few of the wonderful works of art that have […]

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