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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CATCH a Spark – April 2021
In April, we celebrate National Poetry Month, spring, and color with books that use poetry to inspire student voice.
Curriculum
3 Women Illustrators You Need to Know
Here are 3 women illustrators who are using their platform and their talents in exciting new ways.
Resources
Andragogy vs Pedagogy: Which Do You Use?
Using arts integration strategies, in combination with the main principles of andragogy, will make school an even more exciting place for our students.
Educator PD
What Does an Arts Integration Specialist Do?
Curious about becoming an arts integration specialist?
Strategies
CATCH a Spark – March 2021
Looking for classroom library books that celebrate Women's History Month or Arts in our Schools for March?
Educator PD
5 Mistakes Teachers Make with Arts Integration
Each year, we see 5 mistakes teachers make with arts integration over and over.
Educator PD
Is Arts Integration Certification Right for Me?
Wondering if Arts Integration Certification is the right next step for you?
Resources
The Importance of Wonder
We work so hard to inspire our kids, but sometimes we need to remember to inspire ourselves too.
Educator PD
Design Thinking Mini Challenges
Ready to try Design Thinking framework in your classroom but worried about time?
Strategies
Using Media Arts
In this episode, learn how use the basics of social media to create your own "stickiness formula" for engaging your students through media arts.
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