Category Archives: art

Do You See What I See?

Posted on March 10, 2024 by Jennie

Children created the Eiffel Tower using different sticks, from coffee stirrers to craft sticks (popsicle sticks) to ‘build’ a replica of the structure. Tommy carefully criss-crossed his sticks.  He was focused, determined. I’m always understanding and support children’s hard work, … Continue reading →

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A Kandinsky Painting – At Last!

Posted on February 17, 2024 by Jennie

I love art.  It feeds my soul.  It makes me think.  Art is a joy, and I share that with my preschool class- all the time.  Young children soak up art; they are naturally drawn to the visual ‘show’, and … Continue reading →

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“Look!”

Posted on February 14, 2024 by Jennie

“Look! Come here and look at the sky.” Children rushed to the top of the playground. I pointed to the sky. There was silence, genuine awe. Nature does that, you know. “What is that?” “Pink cloud beams?” “Cloud rays of … Continue reading →

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The Day After

Posted on December 26, 2023 by Jennie

The day after Christmas was a full moon to the east with a deep blue sky. I thought about the Christmas Star and stopped to remember the Three Wise Men. To the west was a beautiful sunset and a contrail. … Continue reading →

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Gems at the Eric Carle Museum

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Jennie

Eric Carle Every visit to the Eric Carle Museum is a wonder, because I always discover something new.  I know what the current exhibits are and I plan my visit…but something ‘else’ happens along the way.  This visit was about … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Book Review, children's books, Eric Carle, Expressing words and feelings, Imagination, Inspiration, museums, Nature, picture books, Teaching young children, The Arts, wonder | Tagged , , , , , | 54 Comments

The Story of Art – My Journey With Juliet

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Jennie

I write this journey backwards in time, as it tells a better story. Juliet, fourteen years later. Juliet noticed everything.  She loved to draw, and her pictures were detailed and beautiful.  Little did I know she had paid attention to … Continue reading →

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New Exhibits (and More) at the Eric Carle Museum

Posted on August 26, 2023 by Jennie

It finally struck me – while art museums hold beautiful collections of art, there is a big difference when it comes to the art and exhibits at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art – they tell a story. … Continue reading →

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The Dead Pine Tree Becomes Art

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Jennie

The majestic pine tree, king of the yard, finally passed away. He was mighty in his day. When he became a shell of himself we had a brilliant idea. We can save the trunk and turn it into art. The … Continue reading →

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Heaven

Posted on July 7, 2023 by Jennie

Heaven in my own backyard. Jennie

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A Magnificent Photo Each Day

Posted on May 6, 2023 by Jennie

I have followed kevinwanderlust for a long time.  He posts one photo a day from around the world, and every one is magnificent, something that sticks with you.  Here is yesterday’s photo: The Milky Way, Canterbury, New Zealand I hope … Continue reading →

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