Resources

Drawing

KinderArt - A list of drawing lesson plans contributed by teachers and parents.
Drafting Lessons - technical drawing lessons from Mel Peterson. Lessons for kindergarten through high school.
Pop Portraits - creating a portrait using technology.

Writing

Kindergarteners Write Every Day! - develop phonemic awareness and master the concepts of print helping children become readers and writers.

Spelling - solid information for teachers and parents.

Handwriting

Jan Brett - printable illustrated handwriting charts and tracing pages.
Handwriting for Kids - Free printable handwriting practice sheets in a variety of handwriting styles.-
Peterson Directed Handwriting - An animated demonstration of letter formation. -
D'Nealian Handwriting - Examples and a description of the style.-
Handwriting Without Tears - Examples and a description of the style.-
Italic Handwriting - Examples and a description of the style.-

Coloring

Abstract Art - shape, lines, and color convey a mood. From the National Gallery of Art.
Creating the Illusion of Depth - a great explanation on developing color techniques.

Painting

Painting with Children -

Video

Virtual Field Trips for Kids - www.meetmeatthecorner.org - Video podcasts

Book 7 Forest Animals

Hummingbirds in the Rainforest - explores the artwork of Martin Johnson Heade. From the National Gallery of Art.

General Resources

National Gallery of Art - United States - presentation for kids.
Art Instruction - lots of information from a dedicated college professor.
Space Drawings - a wonderful collection of space artwork. Children can still dream!
National Gallery of Australia - Childhoods Past features children's drawings and paintings collected by Frances Derham, artist and educational pioneer.
Art Timeline from Sanford - a timeline of art showing artists, art styles and art media.
Sites for Parents - a searchable list of sites for parents.
Sites for Teachers - a searchable list of sites for teachers.

You Can Help, too!

ArtistsHelpingChildren.org - seeks to enhance the quality of life for sick, abused, or neglected children by painting murals and creating other art for and with the children.