How to Teach Art to Children, Grades 1-6 [Paperback]

Joy Evans (Author), Tanya Skelton (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1557998116 | ISBN-13: 978-1557998118 | Publication Date: June 18, 2001

How to Teach Art to Children has it all-background information, literature resources, and concise step-by-step directions for 96 art projects that will help your students learn about the elements of art and then use the elements in the styles of famous artists.

This book is divided into two parts:

* Part one: Learning about the elements of art
* Part two: Using the elements of art

Teacher information pages provide:
* a definition of each art element
* a list of literature references
* fine art examples that demonstrate the element

Each project and concept is supported by:

* easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions
* a complete list of materials needed
* reproducible patterns

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Evan Moor (June 18, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557998116
• ISBN-13: 978-1557998118
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,244 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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82 of 85 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Okay for the basics, November 8, 2007

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Ceinwen Rainey "green kiwi" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How to Teach Art to Children, Grades 1-6 (Paperback)

I think this book is alright if you want some quick and easy art activities or if you need an introductory worksheet when teaching a certain art element. I am a specialist Art teacher and I very occassionally refer to the book for 'early finisher' activities. But, as a book that claims 'how to teach art to children' it is severely lacking and I did not find any of the 96 projects inspirational. All of the illustrations appear to be photos of adult work (made to look like childrens' work). If you are looking for a book with depth, expert advice and beautiful photos of actual student work - I would thoroughly recommend the book 'Emphasis Art - A Qualitative Art Program for Elementary and Middle Schools'.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Effective and Time Efficient!, June 12, 2005

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Sam (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: How to Teach Art to Children, Grades 1-6 (Paperback)

I have used this book in my second grade class and been pleasantly surprised at the results. The lessons are fun, require minimal set-up, and the projects created have turned out very well. There are multiple lessons for one concept so I have been able to skip any lesson that I feel may be too advanced for my students (though I have done that very infrequently). Overall, this book has been an incredibly valuable teaching tool.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for younger children, July 14, 2006

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Katina Lewis "Freelance Writer" (Bremen, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How to Teach Art to Children, Grades 1-6 (Paperback)

This book is a good start to teaching younger children about art. It has smaller lessons that are good for younger kids to grasp onto concepts. I wish there was more to it, with some extra activities for each concept taught.

It teaches children the use of lines and shape in art. It also has a section on color and color theory. Even older elementary aged children find the sections interesting and fun.

There are a few blackline masters in the book that are great resources for teaching the concepts. Each concept has a list of materials and step by step instructions and that makes it very easy to use.

This book is a must have for art teachers, homeschoolers and parents who want more art instruction for their younger children.