Describes a project in which high school student volunteers designed art activities for blind children. Students incorporated the sensation of motion and texture into their designs for toys, puzzles, games, and story illustrations. (AM)

Instructions are provided for creating three-dimensional designs by plaster coating honeycomb paper. (SJL)

This is the first in a series of articles discussing qualities of art materials commonly used and purchased in school art programs. These articles, written by manufacturers, are intended to help art teachers to identify standards of quality when purchasing or ordering art materials. Some art activities are also discussed. (Author/SJL)

Described is a Ceramic Clayathon, the purpose of which was to inspire and infuse spirit through the cross-fertilization of ideas. Four high schools were involved and events included no-handed-clay, tallest clay form, crazy coil, etc. Pictures of winning entries are included. (KC)

Lost-wax casting in sterling silver is a costly experience for the average high school student. However, this jewelry process can be learned at no cost if scrap aluminum is used instead of silver, and soap bars are used instead of wax. This lost-soap aluminum casting process is described. (Author/KC)

As an "ice-breaker" activity for the beginning of the school year, the authors had their students create art products from food. (SJL)

Presents detailed instructions for creating and using natural fabric dyes extracted from plants, a project which the authors have used with first- through sixth-graders. (SJL)

The author discusses the role of the visual arts in helping people deal creatively with their struggles while enhancing their creative abilities. Lists of media, materials, techniques, events, names of artists, art careers, and modes of expression are included. (CL)

A chess set project is suggested to teach multiple throwing, the creation on a potter's wheel of several pieces of similar configuration. Processes and finished sets are illustrated with photographs. (SJL)

The pots described in this article evolved through a process of pressing objects into clay pieces for textural impressions and arranging these impressed pieces together for an overall pattern. (Author)

Detailed instructions are given for creating small boxes or caskets from clay slabs. (SJL)

This lesson resource includes a brief summary of the history of bead making and historic fascination with beads as adornment. A focus on design elements, color theory, craftsmanship, and technical skill in bead making is encouraged. The plan includes lesson goals and objectives; background preparation; a glossary of terms; a list of supplies; and…

Describes how paper masks can be used for drama, art projects, or everyday curriculum as imaginative, confidence-building learning tools. Presents step-by-step masking-making instructions with illustrations. (BD)

Students brightened up their library in a project in which they designed and created a rug. (RK)

Author used animals as the basis for art activities thus giving greater insight into their conceptions of what animals are really like. (RK)