How to Foster Creativity in the Classroom
It is well known that Leonardo da Vinci is a brilliant artist, but many people don’t realize how he nurtured his own skills. One day he made a note to himself to describe the tongue of a woodpecker, and this was followed by 7000 pages in his notebook with...
The Importance of Art Education
Art helps people learn about problems that exist in the world, and art education solves problems. It is directly linked to social and emotional development, civic engagement, academic success, and opportunities. Continue reading to learn the importance of an art...
What Is Art Therapy?
The American Art Therapy Association describes art therapy as “an approach to mental health that utilizes the process of creating art to improve mental, physical, and emotional wellness.” Depending on the client and the therapist, art therapy can incorporate coloring,...
Fun Art Projects That Incorporate Science
It’s commonly believed that art and science are polar opposites, but the truth is that they’re a lot closer together than many people think. Both art and science are about exploring, understanding, and interpreting the world around us. Some art projects that highlight...
Best Books for Art and Science Lovers
The relationship between art and science is fascinating and evolving, and no one knows that better than the Smithsonian Institution. Here is some of their recommended reading for people who love art, science, and the intersection between them. Overview: A New...
Classroom Spring Cleaning
As the days become longer and the weather grows increasingly warmer, it also becomes time to do some good old-fashioned spring cleaning. You may be giving extra attention to your household chores and to cleaning out your car, but if you’re a teacher, you will want to...
How to Build a Rapport with Distance Learning Students
More and more people across the nation are turning to distance learning options. It seems that distance learning is going to be a crucial part of the educational system moving forward. Some teachers are thriving in this environment and others are struggling to connect...
Valuable Digital Tools for Teaching ELLs
It’s important to do all that you can to teach English language learners (ELLs) properly. You want to be able to make use of available resources to do the best job possible. There are actually many valuable digital tools for teaching ELLs that will make things simpler...
Three Major Concerns Teachers May Have with Online Teaching – and How to Address Them
Online teaching is something that will only continue to become more prevalent moving forward. This is great, but some teachers have concerns about online teaching that are very valid. Take a look at the following three major concerns that teachers have with online...
What to Know About the Top Educational Apps
It’s crucial for parents to use all of the resources that they have to teach kids while they’re home from school. For this reason, many parents are turning to top educational apps to get assistance. With so many options out there, it can be tough to know what you...