At the start of the year, I like to discuss the elements of art with my classes. Some students may be very knowledgeable about this already, especially if they have already had me a past year. I believe that a refresher is always valuable as well as solidifying the knowledge for when they go off… Continue reading Blind, Continuous Contour Drawings: Engaging Art Lessons for Middle School
Month: September 2024
Effective Classroom Strategies: Lowering Stress Levels for Teachers
Simple things I added to my classroom to help with my sanity and classroom management When the school year was ending in 2024, I felt the most drained I have ever felt from teaching. I realized that through having children and with the lockdown, I had not worked a full year since 2019! I was… Continue reading Effective Classroom Strategies: Lowering Stress Levels for Teachers