About the Author

Rebekah Hower

I discovered AOEU in 2015 when I began my first year teaching art part-time in Virginia. I began by reading the magazine and listening to the podcasts. In 2019 I started my graduate degree with AOEU and finished in 2021. The courses have greatly shaped the way I run my current classroom and curriculum. I continue to read their magazine and use FLEX curriculum currently. AOEU was a tremendous support when I was starting from scratch, and now that I am perfecting my teaching style.

I teach middle school in North Carolina. I enjoy hiking outside, making pottery, and painting. When I’m not in the classroom, you can find me hanging out with my husband and dog.

Professional Accomplishments:

Master of Arts in art education, The Art of Education University

Bachelor of Science in Education in Art Education, Millersville University

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rock sculpture
Article

10 Fascinating Land and Earth Artists You Don’t Want to Miss!

Are you tired of showing the same artists and paintings in your class? Look no further than the great outdoors...
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tree
Article

13 Art Ideas That Are Perfect to Take Outdoors

Going outside has so many benefits for both you and your students. As art teachers, we are always looking for...
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art yard sale sign and items
Article

How to Implement an Art Yard Sale to Motivate and Support Students

It’s that time of year—students are low on energy, and projects seem to drag on. Trying to pick up the...
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writing a mantra
Article

8 Warm-Up Activities To Support Classroom Management and Calm Starts to Class

Whether you need five minutes of quiet or just a few minutes to take attendance, use an activity at the...
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zentangle drawings and markers
Article

Fall in Love With Zen-Doodling and Tangles in Your Art Classroom!

We have all heard of Zentangle®, doodles, and tangles and have probably used them in our classroom. Doodling can be...
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watercolor palettes
Article

7 Reasons We Should Write a Love Letter to Watercolor

Watercolor is in almost every art room, tucked in back cabinets and just waiting to be used. But how often...
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laptop, sticky notes, planner, sharpies
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How to Preserve Your Creative Energy by Being Intentional With Your Calendar

The new year often brings hope for a fresh start and a chance to reestablish priorities. However, new intentions and...
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baskets of art supplies
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How to Make a Personal Studio to Preserve Your Creative Energy

There are many ways we can preserve our energy as educators. We know that “self-care” is a big buzzword right...
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