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Book Synopsis: With schools emphasizing STEM activities for children to meet curriculum goals for standardized testing, nurturing children's artistic creativity is often given short shrift. Kirker’s fun resource aims to restore the balance, offering more than two dozen projects that will spark children’s interest in art and encourage creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. Designed for kids aged 5-10, and flexible enough to use in either storytimes or classroom settings, the projects herein introduce children to a variety of art techniques, from gouache and watercolor to collage and papermaking, using a curated selection of quality picture books; provide detailed directions for guiding children to experiment with these techniques to create their own projects; and include materials lists adaptable for any budget, capsule biographies of the picture books’ illustrators, programming tips, and links to additional resources. Kirker’s inventive projects will help library staff and educators reinforce learning, encourage experimentation, and build an appreciation for art and the creative process.
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Are you looking for a way to inspire your children's artistic creativity? Look no further than the 25 Projects for Art Explorers book! With over two dozen projects designed to spark children's interest in art and encourage creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, this resource is a must-have for parents and educators alike.
Don't let STEM activities overshadow the importance of fostering your child's artistic abilities. Kirker's fun and engaging projects are perfect for kids aged 5-10 and can be used in both storytimes and classroom settings. From gouache and watercolor to collage and papermaking, these projects introduce children to a variety of art techniques using quality picture books as inspiration.
With detailed directions, adaptable materials lists, capsule biographies of illustrators, programming tips, and additional resources, the 25 Projects for Art Explorers book provides everything you need to get started on a creative journey with your child. Let Kirker's inventive projects help you reinforce learning, encourage experimentation, and build an appreciation for art and the creative process.
Ready to ignite your child's artistic passion? Purchase the 25 Projects for Art Explorers book now and start exploring the world of art together!
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