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Keeping Kids Going Strong at the End of the Year (Ep. 040)

As we move through the last weeks of school, it can be tricky to make sure your kids are still...
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Article

5 Engaging Introductory Activities for Middle Schoolers

Getting class started with middle school students can be a challenge. It’s easy to lose the first few minutes of...
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Podcast

Hey! Quit Trashing the Art Room! (Ep. 116)

Some people can handle a huge mess in their art room. Tim is not one of those people, but Abby...
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A High School Art Teacher’s Guide to Time Management

My first year of teaching was a lesson in many things. Time management was one of them. Personally, I was...
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Article

6 Essential Tips for Managing Your Photography Classes

When it comes to the photography classroom, there is so little room for error. You have the perfect storm of...
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Video

Try a Turtle-Rabbit Meter to Pace Your Students

Pacing is a frequent concern in traditional elementary art rooms. Student artists work at varying paces and levels of intensity....
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Podcast

Can You Really Teach Art in 30 Minutes? (Ep. 033)

Far too often, we don’t have the time in our classes to teach everything we want. Or everything we need....
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How Common Condiments Can Help Keep Your Students on Track

Often, art projects span multiple class periods. Students naturally work at different paces, making differentiated daily objectives a necessity. But,...
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Podcast

The Science Behind a Quiet Kindergarten Room (Ep. 032)

Kindergarten is always an adventure in the art room, but can you actually get them to work quietly? Cassie is...
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Podcast

My 10 Favorite Art Teacher Hacks (Episode 029)

We all know that the life of an art teacher is difficult. We have to know so much and do...
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Podcast

How to Stay Sane with Oversized Classes (Ep. 103)

A teacher’s biggest challenge is often the size of their classes. How do you help your kids find success when...
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Article

An Open Letter to Title 1 Teachers Everywhere

Working in a Title 1 school is a unique experience. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, a Title I school...
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