Studio Thinking from the Start shows K-8 teachers how to think like artists!

"This is an excellent resource for both novice and experienced teachers." -- SchoolArts

"This fresh, new work focuses on the development of younger minds... Studio Thinking from the Start is designed for any teacher regardless of discipline, especially novices." ― Arts & Activities

Now students of all ages can learn to think like artists! Studio Thinking: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education changed the conversation about quality arts education. Now, a decade later, Studio Thinking from the Start 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.

Book Features:

• Habit-by-habit definitions, classroom examples, and related visual artist exemplars emphasizing contemporary artists.
• Full color mini-posters teachers can hang in their classrooms to illustrate each of the eight Studio Habits of Mind.
• Sample templates for students to use as they plan, reflect upon, and talk about works of art.
• Innovative approaches to assessment and strategies for implementation.
• Photos throughout the book of Studio Thinking signage and activities, students making art, and student artworks.
• Suggestions for using Studio Thinking for arts education advocacy.

Companion volume for secondary school teachers--

Studio Thinking 2: The Real Benefits of Visual Arts Education, Second Edition

Lois Hetland, Ellen Winner, Shirley Veenema, and Kimberly M. Sheridan

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