Draw From a Fuzzy Idea
Objective: The student will be able to view and draw an object from an unusual perspective. Resources: Teacher: opaque projector, flat three-dimensional objects to fit >>>
Art
A Different Kind of Shadow Box
Resources: Teacher: Overhead projector; plastic shoe box; construction paper; tape; variety of small items (key, string, crayon, paper clips, candy, coins, clothespin, etc. depending on >>>
Making Storage Boxes
Encourage students to be a little more organized by using recycled boxes or cans in this art project. A little creativity is in order in guiding students in assembling materials into a storage unit. Nearly any student will benefit from this fun process of creating, then organizing.
I Made It Myself: Creating Custom T-Shirts
Creating custom t-shirts with your students is a rewarding experience and a great way to wrap up the year. Take the opportunity to say something special about each student or commemorate the “graduation” from your grade level. Maybe your class had a theme or a project that they were very involved in throughout the year – these can also work towards great designs. Whether each student creates a unique shirt or you decide on a universal pattern for the group, you’re assured an afternoon of fun and a group of satisfied artists when it’s all over.
Paper Plate Spiders
Paint paper plates black using finger paints. Let the paint dry. Using white paint, add eyes. You can also use the round paper reinforces used >>>
Creepy-Crawly Spider Bracelets
Creepy crawly bracelets constructed of paper, fasteners, staples, some white crayon and glue and a couple of little wiggly eyes. An easy Halloween craft for the little ones.
Refrigerator Frenzy: Custom Magnets and Metallic Paint
It seems everyone is looking for a gift that students can make for their parents, family and friends. Never fear, Teachnet.com is here! Magnets are a fun and easy-to-make gift that your students will love.
Globs o’ Glue: Tips and Tricks for easy use and avoiding messes
Have you ever noticed that even though regular school glue doesn’t always seem to hold projects together the way you think it should, it seems like it sticks to everything else in your classroom? Here are some tips to keep your students from using so much glue that it ends up everywhere you don’t want it.
Recycling: A Guide to Making Paper
There are a variety of uses for “homemade” paper. Use a paper recycling project as a way to promote awareness for recycling and landfill use. Recycled papers can also be used for wonderful crafts – everything from book covers to decorative pins.Whatever the lesson you use recycled paper for, check out the ideas here from the Teachnet.Com T2T forum for uses you may not have considered before and some great links.
Creative Recycling with Baby Food Jars
Baby food jars are great for arts & crafts projects. The ideas here are from T2T contributors. Many of these make great Mother’s Day gift ideas.
Chalk Walk: Sidewalk Art
We all know the joys of sidewalk art, from the beginning of being covered in chalk dust to showing off various finished masterpieces. Encourage a >>>
Play Dough Options: Do-it-yourself Recipes for Kids
Hey, kids love this stuff! There are so many different kinds of play dough recipes available, we felt that we should share some of each. Play dough is always more fun when you make it yourself. Whether you need to make it now or will use it in the Fall, hang on to all of the recipes compiled here. Try different methods for coloring your dough, as well as adding lemon or orange oil to give it a more fragrant smell – unless of course you’re making the edible dough. Cook it, knead it, freeze it, color it, dry it, paint it, you get the idea. Most of all, have fun and be as creative as you can!
Edible Peanut Butter Play Dough
* 1 cup creamy peanut butter * 1/4 cup honey * 1 cup instant nonfat dry milk* Mix together until smooth. *For milk allergies, you >>>
Cooked Clay Dough
* 1 cup flour * 1/2 cup cornstarch * 4 cups water * 1 cup salt * 3 or 4 pounds flour * food coloring >>>
No-Cook Clay Dough
* 3 cups flour * 3 cups salt * 3 tablespoons alum Combine ingredients and slowly add water, a little at a time. Mix well >>>