Art and Creative Experiences
Cup
A Vibrant Vessel of Learning and CreativityEDITED by Ann Pelo and Margie Carter Construct. Transform. Collaborate. Imagine. Who would have thought exchanges between four-year-olds and simple plastic cups would result in such intricate, creative building designs? Who would have thought that cups could be the catalyst of inquiry and theory making, naturally entangling the discrete disciplines of math, science, literacy, and digital technology? Who would have thought that cups could break down social barriers and act as agents for inclusion and relationship building? Cup is a beautiful demonstration of creative representation, and is the first of many books coming soon in the Reimagining Our Work (ROW) collection. Use the ROW collection to discover how early childhood educators in the field are reimagining their work and thinking alongside children in this innovative collection of stories. Bridgette and Angela, two masterful teacher researchers, tell the story of an unexpected co-created project of investigation. Children pursue ideas of meaning and substance with educators' companionship and mentorship. And educators strive to understand and strengthen children's thinking about their pursuits. It is the story of co-constructed learning at its best—inspiring you to look for, and engage in, transformations of your own. "The story of the children, the educators, the families, and the cups embodies the conviction that education both requires and nurtures imagination, determination, vision, humility, experimentation, relationship, and listening. Bridgette, Angela, the children, and their families demonstrate the generosity, playfulness, and intellectual vitality of a community anchored by these qualities—a community alive with small acts of magic." – Ann Pelo and Margie Carter
RRP $45.00
101 Great Gifts From Kids
Fabulous Gifts Every Child Can MakeAuthor(s): Stephanie Mueller (click on the author's name for more titles)
From the card to the wrapping paper, and everything in between, 101 Great Gifts from Kids has dozens of perfect gifts for children to create and give that make gift-giving meaningful again
RRP $33.95
101 Great Gifts Kids Can Make
Author(s): Stephanie Mueller (click on the author's name for more titles)
Children ages three to eight can make unique presents for moms, dads, grandparents, friends, teachers – all of the special people in their lives! Create a Made-It-Myself mouse pad personalized for Mom. Dad will love the peaceful chimes of his Terracotta Music Maker, and grandparents will be delighted with the Picture Puzzle. From the card to the wrapping paper, and everything in between, 101 Great Gifts Kids Can Make has dozens of perfect gift ideas that will make gift-giving meaningful again!
RRP $44.95
A Little Drama
Playful Activities for Young Children200+ activities to develop the body, voice, mind, and heart This resource has over 200 dramatic activities for parents, child care providers, and pre-K educators wanting to incorporate drama into curriculum, or do theater with young children. No prior theater experience necessary just a desire to nurture self-expression, empathy, social-emotional, and physical development of young children. When young children engage in dramatic play in centers, the children must work together to decide roles, find props, and create the setting and story for the drama together. Drama play, in large or small groups, can also be an opportunity for children to reflect on the world around them and draw from their own experiences and observations. A Little Drama includes: * activities using music, movement, imaginative play, visual art and literature * an introduction to why drama is so important in early childhood * strategies on how to incorporate drama in the classroom * tools to get everyone centered and on track * sample lesson plans
RRP $75.00
Art Across the Alphabet
Over 100 Art Experiences that Enrich Early LiteracyAuthor(s): Kelly Justus Campbell (click on the author's name for more titles)
Art Across the Alphabet contains art-centred activities for children ages three to six to reinforce letter recognition, build phonemic awareness and pre-reading skills, and associate reading with FUN!
RRP $33.95
Art With Anything
52 Weeks of Fun Using Everyday StuffWith 52 weeks of fantastic art projects using easy-to-find, everyday materials, Art with Anything provides a year of creativity, imagination, and fun for children ages 4-10!
RRP $44.95
Authentic Art with Children
EbookFrom the author, Dr Margaret Brooks For the past years many of my early childhood student teachers have struggled with the visual arts. There is a deeply ingrained belief that they cannot draw and are no good at art. This lack of self-efficacy is compounded by the lack of a strong contemporary theoretical framework for the visual arts in early childhood. The roles and rules for doing art with young children are not congruent with current practice. In confusion and frustration teachers turn to superficial and catchy activities that often have little to do with art. This book tries to address both issues, first by providing practical guides that demonstrate how to use authentic art materials and provide real artistic experiences for children. Then by threading contemporary theory throughout with a strong focus on the role of the teacher. There is even a section that teaches you how to draw.
RRP $54.00
Big Messy Art Book, The
But Easy to Clean UpAuthor(s): MaryAnn F Kohl (click on the author's name for more titles)
Bring the joy of creativity, the delight of imagination, and the thrill of an art adventure to young children! The Big Messy Art Book opens the door for children to experience art on a grander, more expressive scale.
RRP $33.95
Children’s Imagination
Creativity Under Our NosesAuthor(s): Ursula Kolbe (click on the author's name for more titles)
Is today’s pressure on parents and teachers sidelining children’s play?
Artist and educator Ursula Kolbe opens our eyes and ears to what’s happening ‘under our noses’ when children play—with anything from seedpods to felt-tip pens or even an iPad. Kolbe’s stories reveal that unstructured and unhurried play—as neuroscientists, psychologists and educators have long said—encourages children to become imaginative and inventive thinkers.
By looking at children’s responses to the unexpected in play, Children’s Imagination: Creativity Under Our Noses uncovers valuable clues to what sparks creativity in us all.
For all who live and work with children 1.5–10 years.
‘A lovely, lovely book—well and truly loveable! A cracker.’
Janet Robertson, educational consultant and teacher, Mia-Mia Child and Family Study Centre, Macquarie University, Sydney
RRP $29.95
Clay and Dough
It's the Process, not the Product?Author(s): MaryAnn F Kohl (click on the author's name for more titles)
Each book in this series, by MaryAnn Kohl, contains excerpts from the best-seller Preschool Art, which emphasizes the process of art, not the product
RRP $22.95
Collage and Paper
It's the Process, not the Product?Author(s): MaryAnn F Kohl (click on the author's name for more titles)
Each book in this series, by MaryAnn Kohl, contains excerpts from the best-seller Preschool Art, which emphasizes the process of art, not the product
RRP $22.95
Cooking Art
Easy Edible Art for Young ChildrenAuthor(s): MaryAnn F Kohl (click on the author's name for more titles)
Transform the classroom into an artist's studio with these easy edible art experiences.
RRP $44.95
Craft and Construction
It's the Process, not the Product?Author(s): MaryAnn F Kohl (click on the author's name for more titles)
Each book in this series by MaryAnn Kohl contains excerpts from the best-seller Preschool Art, which emphasizes the process of art, not the product.
RRP $22.95
Dharawal Colouring and Counting
Numbers 1 to 10 illustrated with animals who live in the Dharawal area. The book gives the Dharawal name for the animal and has a little information. The pages can be coloured in, if desired.
RRP $12.00
Drawing
It's the Process, not the Product?Author(s): MaryAnn F Kohl (click on the author's name for more titles)
Each book in this series, by MaryAnn Kohl, contains excerpts from the best-seller Preschool Art, which emphasizes the process of art, not the product
RRP $22.95
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