The Joy of Teaching

Sharing creative ideas and lessons to help children learn

July 1, 2019
by Evan-Moor
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Using How to Teach Art to Children as a Homeschool Art Curriculum

When it comes to teaching art in our homeschooling, it is easy to get inspiration from what we experience in life. There are always seasonal or holiday events that get creativity going. However, when you are ready for a more … Continue reading

Student painting an art project

March 29, 2018
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Improve Students’ Testing Mind-Set with Art Lessons

State testing is stressful for students and teachers alike. Plan some creative art lessons to help students wind down from the demanding test schedule. Listed below are two lesson ideas for grades 1–6 to help your students relax and tap … Continue reading

April 16, 2015
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Ideas for Seasonal Activities and Free Printables

My favorite part of school was always the festive decorations. As seasons changed, my classrooms’ décor did, too. When I began my work in after-school programs, I found that it was quite natural to structure themed activities around the seasons, … Continue reading

June 4, 2014
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Lesson Roundup: Activities for the End of the School Year and Summer Learning

Whether you’re looking for a quality lesson to fill a gap in your lesson plan or an educational activity to keep your child learning over the summer, use this “lesson roundup”!  This post features downloadable activities and resources from a … Continue reading

February 12, 2014
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Reflections on the Joy of Teaching

On June 11, 2012, Evan-Moor lost co-founder and innovative educator Joy Evans. Joy and her teaching partner, Jo Ellen Moore, founded Evan-Moor Educational Publishers in 1979—with Joy’s brother, Bill Evans—after creating effective classroom materials to help their struggling students learn … Continue reading

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