Explores the reasons art teaching practices developed by Pestalozzi and Froebel in the 1800's continue to influence contemporary schools, especially at the kindergarten and primary grades. Argues that 19th century school art coexists in contemporary North American elementary schools with school art forms originated by Cizek because each represents…

Proposes an alternative to discipline-based art education (DBAE) called Aesthetic Response Theory (A*R*T*). Reviews problems of DBAE and outlines a curriculum based on the A*R*T* alternative. Concludes that the A*R*T* approach makes the serious study of art more feasible for classroom teachers. (BR)

Calls for discontinuing the teaching of the "masterpieces" and modern art in the British primary school. Argues that images of a wider, more accessible kind should form basis of primary visual education. Concludes that children should have a foundation in disciplines such as history, sociology, and art before sophisticated visuals are…

Describes subject-centered and child-centered approaches to art education, how they developed, and how they might be integrated. Concludes that a return to a more bookish, academic approach will not improve the quality of art education. Recommends the integration of art production, art history, criticism, and aesthetics. (JDH)

Tracing the changing concept of child art from the theories of Rousseau to the present, the author expounds the view that the interpretation of child art and the content of art education are functions of the social issues surrounding adult art in a given culture. (Author/SJL)

Discusses what students can learn and accomplish in the art classroom at the elementary level. Focuses on topics that include language and student vocabulary, how students can build their confidence, and how they can learn about art history and movements. (CMK)

Examines studies, especially those of Viktor Lowenfeld, which suggest that coloring books are harmful to the creative expression of children. Proposes an alternative hypothesis that views coloring books as useful teaching tools to help children understand and appreciate art. Calls for further research into the issue. (KM)

Calls for dispelling the myth that no valuable art learning can be gained from structured elementary programs and suggests revising teacher education methods courses to train elementary teachers so they can help students develop significant awareness of art qualities, artistic processes, and art history. (JD)

Suggests library-based activities that focus on the relationship between art and literature. Suggests van Eyck's painting, "The Arnolfini Marriage," to elicit from students the history, conditions, themes, and symbols portrayed. Lists a Web-site for more resources and suggested related literature available at several student levels. (ET)

Argues that teachers should replace art history instruction with efforts to build in children a love for beautiful old objects. Suggests that children should be encouraged to examine family treasures and toys and share their discoveries. Describes several suitable classroom games, including tablesetting history, history to wear, and traditional…

Argues that art teachers, particularly nonspecialists in primary schools, have an outdated understanding of art, that is, one that relies heavily on an elitist model composed of historical markers made by white men. The author illustrates how good education is also antiracist education and provides a list of resources that represent women and…