Considered the enameling process, a craft by which students can produce sophisticated art works through elementary application of materials. (Author/RK)

The interest and atmosphere generated during the mural painting produced a class cohesiveness and cooperation that could never be achieved in more individual projects. (Author)

Mixing art history with practical experience in the elementary school can be a very rewarding experience. Through this process children receive an introduction to various artists. Here they learn about Rouault and his art works and attempt to translate his concepts with their own art work. (Author/RK)

Approximately 40 arts and crafts activity ideas are compiled for use by teachers of the primary and elementary grades. The materials used in these activities are inexpensive and easily found. The activities are short and not difficult for students at any grade level. Art ideas are included for Halloween, Easter, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving, and St.…

Jackson Pollock's approach to painting was revolutionary and singular. No one in the history of painting had arrived at the same radical technique, labeled "drip painting". Certain influences upon Jackson Pollock, the individual, were instrumental in the development of his artistic style and these are discussed. (Author/RK)

Author feels that it is important for child artists to relate to the art forms of given periods and societies in their understanding of artistic influences. (Author/GB)

Presented a variety of visual situations through which the art student can be motivated to color, shape and delineate the particular quality of his or her felt experience. (Author/RK)

Article describes and illustrates elementary students' paintings on 2 x 2 slides, using felt tip pens and drawing inks as well as paints to achieve experimental effects. Slides were then viewed through a projector. (PD)

"Tribal Masks" was an interesting project for seventh and eighth graders who used "found" or "donated" materials as a result of budget cuts and art supply shortages. (Author/RK)

Describes an art activity aimed at the creation of a free-flowing design of lines and shapes. (Author/RK)

Teacher prompted his students to think inventively toward new methods of controlling paint on paper. (Author/RK)

Painting cloth with crayons is suggested as a challenging art project, especially for students who have difficulty with the complex tools and processes typical of more advanced textile work. Instructions are given for creating decorative banners with this technique. One of seven articles in this issue on fiber arts. (Author/SJL)

Presents an art lesson for elementary students using painter Claude Monet as an introduction to Impressionism. Discusses Monet and his artwork. Explains that the students copy Monet's painting "The House of Parliament, Sunset" in order to draw the contour or outline of the buildings. (CMK)

Teacher discusses how string pictures can stimulate a student's creative imagination and perception. (GB)