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Art Journal Lesson PlanArt Journal Lesson Plan
Publisher
Dick Blick Art Materials
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Grade
K - 12th
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Visual & Performing Arts
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Art Journal

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Here's a prescription for creativity—keep a daily art journal. Words, images, shapes, objects, all can be used as prompts that exercise the creative imagination. Set aside a couple of moments each day for this engaging activity.

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Concepts

bookmaking, Journaling

Additional Tags

visual and performing arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Give explanations in small, distinct steps
  • Provide a variety of different materials kids can use to create their entries

Classroom Considerations

  • The 29th in a series of 32 art projects designed for the special education classroom but appropriate for any learner

Pros

  • The resource includes examples, directions, and a  materials list.

Cons

  • None

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