Curriculum

3 Must-Have Drawing Activities for Your Free Choice Center

Alecia Eggers Kaczmarek | May 14, 2014

“We all have activities available for students that finish projects early, and I just know you’ll want to add these three ideas to your bag of tricks. Instead of “free time,” I like to think of this time as “opportunity time.” These three drawing games will help students make the most of every minute they spend in your room. Watch the video to learn more about the student-generated Drawing Barrel, the versatile Whatchamadrawit, and the humorous Luck of the Draw.”

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Alecia Eggers Kaczmarek

Alecia Eggers Kaczmarek, an elementary school art educator, is a former AOE Writer. She is passionate about teaching and reaching students through innovative and meaningful art education.

3 Must-Have Drawing Activities for Your Free Choice Center

Alecia Eggers Kaczmarek

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