Last year, I always gave my students the option to "free draw" if they finished their work early and were all cleaned up. I loved the idea but learned that it would be better to have my rules set from day one. In order to prevent the ever common tugging at my shirt saying "I'm done, Ms. Rutledge", I realized I need all of my supplies out so the students can help themselves.
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Today was my first day! I am happy to introduce some new additions to my art cart. I was inspired to make my cart become my actual classroom this year and not just something that holds supplies. Not having a classroom of my own, I don't have the space to display typical classroom signs and visual aides. But where there's a will, there's a way. Since today was the first day I do not have everything shown, however the bottom shelf will contain an art library along with free draw paper. Students will be able to help themselves to either option once their work is complete and space is cleaned up.
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AuthorKara Rutledge is an elementary art teacher in Philadelphia and recently earned her Masters in Art Education with an Emphasis on Special Populations from Moore College of Art and Design. Archives
September 2017
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