As an educational tool, a camera gives its operator an opportunity to develop self confidence, visual awareness, and communication skills. Suggestions from Through Children's Eyes, a Van Nuys (CA) program for elementary schools, are offered. (MT)

Cameras and photography offer children a tool for investigating interesting scenes in their environments, turning them into active observers of life. The article recommends types of cameras, describes how to get children started, and presents a variety of activities to help children get the most out of a camera. (SM)

This engaging, rich resource is designed for teachers, parents, and administrators in diverse schools or districts who know there is no quick fix for building lasting partnerships among families, schools, and communities. Going far beyond traditional "parent involvement programs," this essential volume offers ideas on how teachers and parents…

Activities and books which parents can use to enhance the art education of their gifted children are recommended. The following topics are included: (1) developing an appreciation of art; (2) developing an understanding of art principles and the ways that great artists used those principles; (3) creating original art; (4) constructing collages;…

This family booklet about reading is aimed at parents of children in Preschool through 3rd Grade. The simple text provides ideas for parents of all literacy skill levels to read with their children and find lessons for reading in everyday activities. Each page presents an exercise with the following page showing a black-and-white photograph of a…

This instructional kit outlines procedures for implementing Project PARTnership, a program for teaching students with disabilities greater self-determination skills through specifically designed arts experiences. An introductory section describes key project activities, including establishing a site steering committee comprised of teachers,…