Explains flameworking, the art of melting glass rods over flames and shaping the hot glass artistic or useful forms. (DS)

Discusses the use of pillows as an art form for children to explore. Addresses ways pillows can be used in art, such as: building things with pillows and using pillows and pillowcases to learn about design, to create portraits and figures, and to serve as a canvas for art. (CMK)

This manual is intended to help elementary teachers: (1) recognize and achieve the objectives of the art program; (2) organize the classroom (including the equipment, art materials, and tools) to provide an atmosphere conducive to congenial living, and efficient working and learning; (3) plan painting, drawing, and craft activities so that…

THIS BULLETIN IS A GUIDE FOR THE CREATION OR IMPLEMENTATION OF AN ART CURRICULUM FOR THE SCHOOL. BECAUSE OF THE RECOGNIZED VARIETY OF TALENTS AND INTERESTS IN ANY ONE CLASSROOM OR GRADE, THE IDEAS AND PROCEDURES PRESENTED IN THE BULLETIN ARE NOT MEANT TO FOLLOW ANY AGE-GRADE ORGANIZATION. INSTEAD, THE TEACHER IS URGED TO PERUSE THE ENTIRE GUIDE…

Describes a teacher's experiences and accomplishments teaching art expression to visually impaired children, whose ability to create art and delight in so doing demonstrate that they may have sight loss but are not impaired in imagination. Special techniques for helping these students are described. (SLD)