Drawing with Children: A Creative Method for Adult Beginners, TooThe definitive guide to encouraging drawing and creativity, for parents and teachers alike Mona Brookes's clear and practical approach to drawing has yielded astounding results with children of all ages and beginning adults. Her unique drawing program has created a revolution in the field of education and a sense of delight and pride among the thousands of students who have learned to draw through her "Monart Method." This revised and expanded edition includes: • Information on multiple intelligence and the seven ways to learn • An inspirational chapter on helping children with learning differences • An integrated-studies chapter with projects geared for reading, math, science, ESL, multicultural studies, and environmental awareness • A sixteen-page color insert and hundreds of sample illustrations This invaluable teaching tool not only guides readers through the basics, but also gives important advice on creating a nurturing environment in which self-expression and creativity can flourish. Both practical and enlightening, Drawing With Children inspires educators and parents to bring out the artist in each of us. |
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Page 37
... difficulties or eye strain . Watch for tension around the eyes , frowning of the forehead , putting the face very ... difficulty , it may be wise to consult an eye - care specialist . It is not uncommon for four- or five - year - olds ...
... difficulties or eye strain . Watch for tension around the eyes , frowning of the forehead , putting the face very ... difficulty , it may be wise to consult an eye - care specialist . It is not uncommon for four- or five - year - olds ...
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... difficulty with . Unless there is physical injury or im- pairment , a person can use his intelligence in one area to com- pensate and create growth in the area of difficulty . Unfortunately , if a child is obviously intelligent in one ...
... difficulty with . Unless there is physical injury or im- pairment , a person can use his intelligence in one area to com- pensate and create growth in the area of difficulty . Unfortunately , if a child is obviously intelligent in one ...
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... difficulty “ getting through " to a child , it is important to know how to shift to a different mode of teach- ing . The eight kinds of intelligence toward which you can gear a child's learning are : 1. Logical / mathematical : The ...
... difficulty “ getting through " to a child , it is important to know how to shift to a different mode of teach- ing . The eight kinds of intelligence toward which you can gear a child's learning are : 1. Logical / mathematical : The ...
Contents
Before You Draw | 3 |
Setting the Stage | 21 |
Creating a Supportive Climate | 32 |
Copyright | |
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