Studio Thinking from the Start: The K–8 Art Educator’s Handbook

Studio Thinking from the Start: The K–8 Art Educator’s Handbook

<p>Students of all ages can learn to think like artists! <em>Studio Thinking: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education </em>changed the conversation about quality arts education. Now, a decade later, this new publication shows how the eight Studio Habits of Mind and four Studio Structures can be used successfully with younger students in a range of socioeconomic contexts and school environments. </p> <p><strong>Book Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Habit-by-habit definitions, classroom examples, and related visual artist exemplars emphasizing contemporary artists.</li> <li>Full color mini-posters teachers can hang in their classrooms to illustrate each of the eight Studio Habits of Mind.</li> <li>Sample templates for students to use as they plan, reflect upon, and talk about works of art.</li> <li>Innovative approaches to assessment and strategies for implementation.</li> <li>Photos throughout the book of Studio Thinking signage and activities, students making art, and student artworks.</li> <li>Suggestions for using Studio Thinking for arts education advocacy.</li> </ul> <p>COMPANION VOLUME―</p> <p><em>Studio Thinking 2: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education, Second Edition</em></p> <p>Lois Hetland, Ellen Winner, Shirley Veenema, and Kimberly M. Sheridan</p>