Serafina is Tilda's new art teacher. Serafina wears super arty clothes, cool jangly earrings and has a real artistic spirit. Tilda is keen to show Serafina that she has an artistic spirit too. But when Serafina starts giving Tilda's good friend Binky all the attention Tilda feels confusible. That's right, confused and invisible. Tilda starts to question her artistic skills, and is soon running her own art class to help her get better at drawing. But will all Tilda's drawing practice really help her true artistic spirit shine through?

Marjorie and Brent Wilson’s classic guide for teachers and parents is now expanded and updated! Using hundreds of real examples, this new version breaks children’s art into three types: when the children draw on their own, influenced by peers and popular culture; when the teacher initiates playful and game-like drawing; and when adults and kids draw together to develop new visual worlds. The Wilsons offer suggestions to help children expand their artistic abilities and imagination, including creating narrative drawings about themselves, their families, their friends, and their lives.

"Drawing Delight: Teaching Children to Love Art" is an insightful and comprehensive guide for parents, teachers, and caregivers who wish to nurture children's love for drawing. This book explores the importance of drawing in children's cognitive, emotional, and social development, providing practical tips, techniques, and activities to inspire creativity and foster a deep appreciation for art. Throughout the book, readers are introduced to the cognitive benefits of drawing, such as enhancing fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities. The emotional benefits, including fostering self-expression and boosting confidence, are also highlighted. Additionally, the social advantages of drawing, such as building relationships and encouraging collaboration, are explored in depth. With a focus on creating a supportive environment, the book delves into the materials needed to set up a dedicated drawing area, along with tips on how to establish an atmosphere that nurtures children's artistic exploration. Furthermore, various teaching techniques are shared, including starting with simple shapes, breaking down complex subjects, and encouraging imaginative thinking. The book also caters to different age groups, offering age-appropriate tips and techniques for teaching drawing to toddlers, preschoolers, elementary school students, and middle to high school students. It recognizes the unique developmental stages of each age group and tailors the instruction accordingly. Moreover, "Drawing Delight" demonstrates the integration of drawing with other subjects, such as language arts, science, math, and social studies. The book provides engaging examples of how drawing can enhance comprehension, visualization, and problem-solving skills across various disciplines. In the final chapters, readers are encouraged to unleash children's creativity and imagination through stimulating activities. The book offers inspiring ideas for combining drawing with storytelling, creating comic strips, making observational drawings, and even incorporating cultural elements. "Drawing Delight: Teaching Children to Love Art" is a valuable resource that equips parents, teachers, and caregivers with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration needed to foster a lifelong passion for drawing in children. Through its engaging content, practical guidance, and encouraging tone, this book empowers adults to guide children on a captivating journey of self-expression and artistic growth.

LEVEL: All levels. A proven methodology for drawing instruction is detailed with student and fine art examples. A balanced approach emphasises drawing as a means to understanding art.

Presents a teaching method based on the encouragement of spontaneous art, which enables children to comprehend and master their own world

From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, the perfect picture book for helping children embrace change. Tilda doesn't like change. Why would she, when her life is great just the way it is? But one day, Tilda's world turns completely UPSIDE DOWN. All of a sudden, everything is topsy-turvy, and nothing feels right. Things that were once easy now seem incredibly challenging. Everything is just so different and hard. Can Tilda discover a way to move forward and embrace all this change? Bold, bright, and empowering, this inspiring story about coping with unexpected changes is perfect for helping children build resilience. The Big Bright Feelings picture book series provides kid-friendly entry points into emotional intelligence topics -- from being true to yourself to dealing with worries, managing anger, and making friends. These topics can be difficult to talk about. But these books act as sensitive and reassuring springboards for conversations about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence, and managing feelings. Read all the books in the Big Bright Feelings series! Ruby Finds a Worry Perfectly Norman Ravi's Roar Meesha Makes Friends Tilda Tries Again