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The Magic of Watercolor: Kindergarten Artists Explore “How We Express Ourselves”
Watercolor Wonder: Kindergarten Artists Explore “How We Express Ourselves” This week in the art room, our kindergarteners dove into the world of watercolor painting as part of our “How We Express Ourselves” unit. The focus? Creative freedom—with a splash of foundational technique. We began by introducing a few basic line techniques: dashed lines, straight lines,
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The Magic of an Organic Learning Moment: Paper Doll Fashion Design
A beautiful, organic learning moment — combining storytelling, creative expression, and real-world problem-solving, all sparked by a poem! Spontaneous Design & Craft Activity: Paper Doll Fashion Design What began as a quiet indoor reading session on a rainy day blossomed into an unexpected exploration of fashion design and creativity. While reading a collection of short
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Paper Microphones: Simple, Fun, and Full of Expression!
🎤 Paper Microphones: Simple, Fun, and Full of Expression! This week in art, we created paper microphones—a low-prep, high-fun activity that tied perfectly into our current UOI, How We Express Ourselves. The idea is super simple:Students decorate a piece of paper with drawings that reflect feelings, ideas, or characters—anything that helps them express their voice
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Bridging STEAM and Cognitive Learning: Color Mixing with Bee-Bots!
Bridging STEAM and Cognitive Learning: Color Mixing with Bee-Bots! Recently, we invited parents to join in for a day of fun and learning at school where we showcased the curriculum in color. I was tasked with creating an activity combining technology, cognitive learning, and color. The challenge was to create an activity that ticks all
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Exploring the Magic of Korean Folk Art, Goofy Tigers, and Clever Magpies
Hojakdo: Bridging Korean Folk Art, Global Citizenship, and Pop Culture As an art teacher, I’m always looking for ways to connect creativity with culture. This term, we explored Hojakdo (호작도), a unique style of Korean folk painting that features tigers and magpies. These animals might seem like an unusual pair, but in Korean art, they
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Juxtaposition in My Own Work: A Red Cloak in Twilight
Juxtaposition in My Own Work: A Red Cloak in Twilight As art teachers, we often speak about the elements of art — line, color, value, texture — but sometimes the most powerful lessons come from putting those elements into practice ourselves. Recently, I created this painting as a way to explore and demonstrate juxtaposition, a concept
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Exploring the Magic of Color Fields and Abstract Expression
Exploring the Magic of Color Fields and Abstract Expression in IB Art Statement of Inquiry:Color can evoke emotion and meaning without the need for representation, connecting viewers to universal human experiences. Related Concepts: Global Context:Personal and cultural expression – how we reflect on, extend, and enjoy our creativity. What is Color Field Painting? Color Field Painting
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Cultivating Curiosity: The Joy of Teaching in the IB PYP
🌍 Cultivating Curiosity: The Joy of Teaching in the IB PYP As an educator in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), I’m often asked what makes it different — and why I’m so passionate about it. The answer is simple: it’s not just about delivering content; it’s about edifying young minds. The PYP
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A PYP Lens on an Age-Old Practice: Copying the Masters
A PYP Lens on an Age-Old Practice: Copying the Masters In a PYP art room, we don’t just make pictures — we make meaning. We explore ideas, cultures, techniques, and stories through creative inquiry. So when students ask, “Is it okay to copy someone else’s art?” it’s a perfect opportunity to dive into a rich
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How to Create Your Own Peranakan Tile with Paper
🎨 Exploring Surface Pattern Design: Creating Your Own Peranakan Tile with Paper Surface pattern design is the art of creating patterns that are printed or woven into fabric. From the clothes we wear to the cushions on our couches, surface patterns are everywhere — and they start with an idea, a sketch, and a little
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Growing creative, confident global thinkers through art and design.
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