More than 10 million American children don't have access to art education. The arts are important in developing the whole brain and the whole child. Through art, children see the world around them in new ways. They think differently, and they engage in their learning with a unique energy and focus. Evidence shows that students with strong art programs do better academically and are more involved in their community. Today's students need to develop their imaginations to become tomorrow's leaders.

Art in Action believes every child should have access to a quality art education. The new Online Lessons are rich with information and animations. They engage students and enable teachers to incorporate the power of art into the classroom. Help Art in Action bring art to more students by telling your friends about the program, volunteering in your child's classroom, and making a donation to Art in Action. Give a gift that grows with a child, enriching their lives and providing tools for success.
                               Judy Sleeth

Check out these new website features:
Art Techniques       Theory of Art      Glossary
Teaching Guide    Parents Guide (Docent FAQs)  

In Online Lessons (login needed):
· Print a Take Home flier summarizing all 12 lessons in each K-5 program. Find the flier on the summary page for each program.
· Visual aids are now included in each lesson. Find them in Section 5, Setup, in each lesson.

Target is committed to furthering educational opportunities for families throughout the country. Target Free Sundays provide opportunities for children and their families to experience the joy of art and learning together. Visit the following museums: 
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco,
Chicago Children's Museum,
Orange County Museum of Art,  Minnesota Children's Museum.
Click here to find a museum in your city.