The Arts Go to School : Classroom-Based Activities That Focus on Music, Painting, Drama, Movement, Media, and More

Thoughtful and timely, this unique collection features chapters on each of the major art forms: music, visual arts, drama, dance, and all forms of modern media. Rooted in authentic experiences, the book gives a glimpse into real, exemplary classrooms where the arts are used to bring learning to life. Checklists throughout the book provide handy reminders to key outcomes, and guide teachers in encouragement and assessment. "Too often classroom teachers face the challenge of teaching the arts without the background or support they need. The Arts Go to School explores every aspect of the arts: the whys and hows of implementing and integrating the arts into both the curriculum and everyday life. Teachers will find a host of classroom activities that will help kids give form to their thoughts and feelings."--Jacket Discover the power of the arts with this timely collection featuring each of the major art forms, and detailing how they relate to subjects across the curriculum. The book offers a glimpse into real, exemplary classrooms where the arts are used to bring learning to life.