Classroom Management
Changing Classroom Culture for the Better
Though we have curriculum to barrel through, nothing can get authentically accomplished if students are feeling insecure and preyed upon.
Social Emotional Learning
In a time when schools are facing issues with bullying, poverty, and intense expectations, social emotional learning is more important than ever. As a tool for making meaning and communication, the arts can have a profound impact on the social emotional health of our students. In this section, you'll find resources and tips for integrating SEL with the Arts in your own classroom. Want more? Explore our online SEL and the Arts course for 25 PD hours.
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Strategies
Doodling into the School Year
While doodling has carried negative connotations in the past, more and more research is showing the benefits of doodling.
Educator PD
Back to School with International Dot Day
Dot Day was started in 2009 as an effort to promote creativity, bravery, and self-expression.
Classroom Management
Increase Student Independence with QR Codes and Video
It's almost back-to-school time! Try using technology like QR codes and video to create your routines and rules schpiel and watch that student independence thrive!
Resources
Arts Integration Lesson Organizer
Get a smooth start to your academic year by organizing supplies and laying the groundwork for Arts Integration and STEAM lessons!
Curriculum
I’ve Got Rhythm Arts Integration Lesson
Often, when we look at arts integration, it's between an art form and another content area.
Educator PD
Effective Implementation and Integration of the Arts
Arts integration is a wonderful and effective strategy but you must use the fine arts appropriately for the success across content areas.
Curriculum
How to Write a Curriculum from Start to Finish
How do you write a curriculum that makes sense for your students and subject?
Resources
Plan to Take Care of Yourself This Summer
Planning is so much a part of our lives, it should be easy to plan some time for ourselves.
Classroom Management
How Can Art Help with Self-Regulation?
Looking to support students' social emotional growth?
Resources
Arts Enhancement Photo Booth Drawings
Everyone loves a good photo booth! Let’s bring the idea of photo booth picture strips into the classroom!
Resources
Create a Balanced Life this Summer
Summer is the perfect time for teachers to create a balanced life.
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