Fingerprint Friday: My Little Artist

By MAD21

My oldest has become quite the artist in her six years, and her sister is not far behind (she'll be four on Monday). The girls are very creative. Over the years I have heard some amazing songs and stories created from their imaginations. And now that they are getting old enough, the pictures are becoming as detailed as their crazy stories.

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Homeschool Art: Simplicity Works

By Sandra

I‘ve been contemplating what kind of art to teach with my kids in the next school year. I’ve seen so many curricula that can easily be applied at home. But the first semester of our art lessons, I’ve concluded, will be comprised of pencil drawings. Believe it or not, we’ve never delved into drawing basics at our homeschool.

As someone inexperienced with drawing, I wanted to find something that looks easy and fun, not overwhelming for a beginner. I’m hoping my kids will enjoy the practice, and the process of learning and improving, and not feel the pressure to compete for a ribbon at some homeschool fair!

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