 The
Hands-on books feature authentic cultural artifacts for students
to replicate. By replicating these objects in an authentic
way, students explore the traditions of other cultures. As
they learn about the things those cultures made, wore, and
used, students learn to understand and appreciate world cultures.
The hands-on art projects contained in these books are educational,
rewarding, and fun!
Hands-on
books are based on extensive, meticulous research. In addition
to art projects, these books also contain handsome, accurate
maps and original watercolor paintings of important geographical
sites, whether ancient or contemporary. Illustrated cultural
information pages give brief but helpful overviews of the
people whose culture is being presented.
All
Hands-on books are oversized and contain numerous gorgeous
full-color photographs. Seeing the original artifacts helps
students appreciate the culture that produced them. Seeing
the finished projects sparks students’ interest and
creates enthusiasm.
 Hands-on
activities are presented in full color, with step-by-step
instructions. Activities contain easy to follow line drawings
and patterns, virtually guaranteeing students’ success.
In addition, Hands-on activities utilize materials that are
inexpensive and readily available, making them ideal for
all classrooms.
Hands-on
books contain ideas for integrating the art activities with
other curriculum for an integrated educational experience.
Math, science, social studies, geography, and architecture
are often compatible with the art and sculpture activities
featured in the Hands-on books.
Nothing gives students a better
grasp of a subject than hands-on involvement. We know
that important developmental tasks occur as students
cut, color, and paste. The more students do, the better
they learn. Help your students become involved with the
world, without leaving the classroom, through Hands-on
Books! |
