Table of Contents
Foreword MaryAnn F. Kohl ix
Introduction: Saying Yes to Art xiii
Part 1 Preparing for Art
1 An Exploratory Approach to Art 3
What Is Process Art? Why Is It Creative? MaryAnn F. Kohl 15
2 Planning for Art 17
3 Making Space for Art 29
4 Gathering Art Materials 49
5 Encouraging Your Budding Artist 79
Connecting with Children through Talking about Their Art Judith Rubin 88
6 Sustaining Inspiration 91
Hummingbirds, Pebbles, and Maps Susan-Marie Swanson 112
7 Storing, Displaying, and Sharing the Art 115
Part 2 Artful Activities
8 First Forays into Art 131
Having Fun with Crafts Cassi Griffin 146
9 Quick and Easy Art 149
Using Recycled Materials for Art and Craft Projects Maya Donenfeld 165
10 Getting Fancy 167
Exploring Clay Cathy Weisman Topal 190
11 Action Art 195
The Exploration Tool Kit Keri Smith 220
12 Quiet Activities for Downtime and Transition 223
Playful Exploration of Art Ideas and Materials Rachelle Doorley 240
13 Art for Playdates, Parties, and Groups 243
Success with Group Art Julie Liddle 266
14 Homemade Art Materials to Make and Enjoy 269
The Natural Artist Diana Mercer 294
Acknowledgments 296
Artful Parent Resources 298
Index of Art Activities 310
About the Contributors 316
Photo and Illustration Credits 320