
The Principles of Design in Visual Arts
Principles of Design is a concept describing the way in which the elements are arranged -things like balance, movement, and unity.
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Principles of Design is a concept describing the way in which the elements are arranged -things like balance, movement, and unity.

Have you even given thought to using drama to cultivate SEL and classroom community?

New York Times Bestselling Author Jodi Picoult stops by to discuss her new book, Small Great Things and racial bias in the classroom.

Playing classroom music can be a great way to increase focus, creativity and critical thinking.

This art strategy was inspired by Coissard’s "The (True) History of Art" and is a fantastic formula for integrating art & ELA with creative storytelling!

Looking for some ideas on how to help get students engaged, connected & ready for arts integration?

The connection between reading fluency & music is huge.

Are you thinking of changing from a teacher-directed space to choice-based or student-centered elementary classroom or are you set in your ways?

The “Pick 2 Brainstorming Strategy” gets the creative juices flowing and asks students to innovate new ways to combine unlike objects to make something new.



Notans are perfect for symmetry, problem solving, critical thinking, Elements of Art, and the best part is, they can fit into any content area.
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