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Artistic Pursuits Grades K-3 Book 1 (2008 edition)
Artistic Pursuits Grades  K-3 Book 1 (2008 edition)
Artistic Pursuits' art curriculum was recommended to us by our non-resident art experts, the Millers of Millers Pads and Paper fame, and we are impressed by its ideal blend of art concepts, creativity, activities, and art appreciation. It is designed as an overview of art, as well as an introduction to the elements of art and composition - and it is all done in a manner that encourages experimentation through hands-on activities. Each book has 16 units that are comprised of four-page lessons. These four pages supply: vocabulary and creativity boosters, art appreciation activities (with correlated fine art prints), an explanation of the needed materials and techniques used in each lesson, and a final project that uses the skill learned in the unit. You will appreciate that two new mediums are introduced in each book, as well. (The course for grades K-3 varies slightly from the rest in that it offers 36 lessons that cover what artists do, what artists see, and exploring ancient art.) A master list of needed materials is included at the beginning of each title in the series. Moreover, an evaluation form is presented at the end of the older grades' books to aid parents in arriving at a letter and number grade for each activity. All projects are done in separate sketchbooks or using other mediums, so one book per grade is all your family will require. Books 1 in each grade level deal with elements of art related to drawing and composition; Books 2 cover color and more composition. It is a colorful, user-friendly, varied, and thorough art program - perfect for the artistically challenged mother...like me. Softcover.


Publisher: Artistic Pursuits
Author: Brenda Wright Ellis
Page Count: 95
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Product Rating:     Date Posted: 2008-09-04 22:07:49
Wonderful art program!
Posted By: Michele Marshall
Location: Nashville, IN United States
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We've used Artistic Pursuits since we started homeschooling and have found it to be an excellent program. It has several strengths - first, in that it teaches the basics of art like line, form, composition using truly "great" works of art. Students are carefully guided in the techniques, but still given the freedom of creativity in how they use them. Because the examples are those of the Masters, children are actually less intimidated because they recognize these pieces as being the very best - something to strive for versus competing with. The parental suggestions are excellent, including works of art by children at various ages to help the non-artist understand what to expect from their child's efforts. Finally, the history sections of the first book are nicely organized to correspond with a classical lesson plan. We're now into Book 2 and intend to continue with the series.

Product Rating:     Date Posted: 2008-09-12 20:57:40
Great Cirriculum
Posted By: Robbie Shults
Location: Everest, KS United States
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We are using this curriculum with a small group of home schooled elementary kids. the kids like to see the paintings that are with each lesson. It is very easy to teach from and original idea for the art activities. We plan to go through all the levels.

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