The definitive guide to encouraging drawing and creativity, for parents and teachers alike
Mona Brookes's clear and practical approach to drawing has yielded astounding results with children of all ages and beginning adults. Her unique drawing program has created a revolution in the field of education and a sense of delight and pride among the thousands of students who have learned to draw through her ""Monart Method.""
This revised and expanded edition includes-
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Information
on multiple intelligence and the seven ways to learn .
An
inspirational chapter on helping children with learning differences .
An
integrated-studies chapter with projects geared for reading, math,
science, ESL, multicultural studies, and environmental awareness .
A
sixteen-page color insert and hundreds of sample illustrations This invaluable teaching tool not only guides readers through the basics, but also gives important advice on creating a nurturing environment in which self-expression and creativity can flourish. Both practical and enlightening,Drawing With Childreninspires educators and parents to bring out the artist in each of us.
By:
Mona Brookes
Imprint: Tarcher/Putnam,US
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions:
Height: 228mm,
Width: 193mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 737g
ISBN: 9780874778274
ISBN 10: 0874778271
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 04 June 1996
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Acknowledgments A Note to Parents and Educators Preface: The Monart Method How to Use This Book Duplication of Drawing Samples Drawing Instruction Format Free Use Permission Information Preliminaries Before You Draw: How You Feel about Your Own Drawing Ability; Changing Your Attitudes and Abilities; Giving the Artist in You Permission to Unfold Setting the Stage: Preparing Your Work Space; Shopping for Supplies; Ideas for Inspiration: Knowing What's Possible Creating a Supportive Climate: Communication Can Aid the Process; Troubleshooting Choosing Your Starting Level: Starting-Level Exercises; General Guidelines for Different Age Groups Lessons Lesson 1: Learning the Basics: Conducive Relaxation; Experimenting with Your Supplies; Recognizing the Five Elements of Contour Shape; Warm-ups; Wow! I Can Draw! Lesson 2: Drawing from Graphics: Drawing Tips; Level 1: Leo the Lion; Level 2: Tropical Birds; Level 3: Carousel Horse; Choosing Other Projects Lesson 3: Drawing from a Still Life: Level 1: The Teapot and the Vase; Level 2: Adding the Kitchen Utensils; Level 3: Adding the Abacus; Building Still Life Arrangements Lesson 4: Volume Drawing: The Positive and the Negative of Space; Levels 1, 2, and 3: Tiger Lilies; Choosing Other Projects Lesson 5: Widening Your Horizons: Media Tips; Design; People; Faces; Environment Reaching Special Education and At Risk Students: Letting Go of the Labels; Individualizing and Appreciating Behavior; Solving the Problems Using Drawing to Teach Other Subjects: Multiple Intelligence Theory (MI); Integrated Learning; Infinite Possibilities Bibliography
Mona Brookes is an internationally acclaimed art educator who has been a consultant to schools and museums worldwide. She is the founder of the Monart Drawing Schools with 20 branches, including in Los Angeles, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, Denver, St. Louis, and Detroit. Her first book, Drawing with Children, has sold over 250,000 copies.
