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Kristina Brown

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pastels
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4 Intentional Ways to Plan for Back to School in the Art Room 

As summer winds down and back-to-school season approaches, the itch begins to start planning for the new school year. We...
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art supplies
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Make vs. Create: How to Encourage Creativity in the Art Room

When people find out you are an art teacher, you may hear responses like, “You have the coolest job! You...
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journaling outside
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10 Fun Ways to “Zone Out” This Summer as an Art Teacher

The school year is full of artmaking, chaos, and constant activity. It’s a rewarding yet exhausting whirlwind! We are often...
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messy apron
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Unglamorous Truths: A Celebration of All Art Teachers Do During the School Year

The art room is a magical place with unmatched energy. As art teachers, we are the creators of spaces where...
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36 exposures
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10 One-Day Photography Activities to Keep Students “Focused” Until the End of the Year

Note: Be sure to review all resources and preview all artists before determining if they are appropriate to share with...
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artist book
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5 Art Activities to Unwind After Testing and Portfolio Submissions 

After completing state testing, AP or IB testing, and submitting art portfolios, you and your students have finally reached the...
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student photo
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How to Incorporate Poetry to Boost Process in Advanced Secondary Art

Note: Be sure to review all resources and preview all artists before determining if they are appropriate to share with...
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paint supplies
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What Do You Need to Know About Teaching High School vs. Elementary Art?

Stepping into the world of the secondary art classroom is an exciting transition for elementary art teachers. However, it can...
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art teacher energy
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Advice for Effective Classroom Management in the Art Room After the Break

As art educators, we have mixed emotions when we return to school after spring break. On one hand, it’s exciting...
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visual journaling
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Unplug with 12 Innovative Early Finisher Activities for the Secondary Art Room

It can be challenging to get the secondary art class into a creative groove, particularly with technology distractions. The default...
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yay art note
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6 Helpful Tips for General Ed Teachers Transitioning to the Art Room

Are you a general education teacher thinking about leaping into the world of art education? Or are you a newly...
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pinhole photo of students
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Embracing the Magic: A Love Letter to Pinhole Photography in the Art Room

Note: Be sure to review all resources and preview all artists before determining if they are appropriate to share with...
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