How Art Nurtures Critical Thinking
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Examining a masterpiece, noticing details, comparing theories, and predicting outcomes are skills young adults learn through literature analysis. But even kindergarten children grasp these sophisticated ideas and build their thinking capacity through the Art in Action Program. In the lesson inspired by Rousseau's Virgin Forest with Setting Sun, children imagine entering a mysterious jungle. They contrast the beauty of the jungle with the impending danger of the lurking tiger. They imagine themselves in the painting and predict what will happen. They articulate their thoughts, consider ideas of others, and reflect on possibilities. A quality art education encourages curiosity and imagination, nurturing innovative, visionary thinking for the next generation. Read more
Judy Sleeth, Executive Director
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Save the Date - March 5, 2012
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 Atelier d'Artistes Art in Action's 4th annual event will feature a spring luncheon, student demonstrations, and silent auction at the Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club in Menlo Park, CA.
Flo Oy Wong, visual storyteller and mixed media artist, will share stories and artistic experiences. Reserve a spot now
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Thank You, Donors
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Art in Action is helping more than 38,000 students this year to integrate creative and critical thinking in their learning through art. Thank you, Art in Action donors and volunteers, for your help in bringing outstanding art education to children!
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Welcome New Schools
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This month we welcome these schools to the Art in Action community:
- Cambridge Elementary, Vacaville, CA
- Good Shepherd Elementary, Pacifica, CA
- Montague Elementary, Santa Clara, CA
- Our Lady of Loretto School, Novato CA
- Sandy Ridge Elementary, Durham, NC
- Nueva Vida, Santa Maria de Jesus, Guatemala
- ARTitude Shanghai Co., Ltd., Shanghai, China
See the complete list
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Wrap your Gifts with Flare
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A roll of craft paper, colored construction paper or a takeout box ca n be transformed into clever gift wrapping. Set out paint, brushes, small sponges, pastels, glitter and glue and watch your children create. Tie up the gifts with colorful yarn or ribbon for a home-made look.
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Advocate For Art Education
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 The Future of Business Is the Arts - Business Week magazine, the leading publication for business said: "The game is changing... It isn't just about math and science anymore. It's about creativity, imagination, and, above all, innovation."
Create the State -The Multi-faceted Role of the Arts in Education Reform - According to the NEA we must, "Ensure each student reaches his or her full potential by broadening California's educational vision, policy, and practices to promote innovation, economic development, and creativity."
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Tickets Going Fast - Friends of Art in Action
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 Pissarro's People at the Legion of Honor, San Francisco - Private Tour, Sun., Dec. 4, 2011. The show offers a new perspective on Camille Pissarro, focusing on his personal ties and social ideas expressed in the human figure. Register |
Celebrate the Arts in San Mateo County
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Peninsula Arts Council Diamond Awards are presented annually to recognize outstanding contributions made by artists, educators, volunteers, foundations, corporations or government to support the arts in San Mateo County, CA. Deadline for nominations are Dec. 2, 2011.
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E-magination is a monthly art resource for teachers and parents to connect with current happenings at Art in Action, museum shows, events, and teacher resources. Art in Action advocates for all children to have access to a quality art education. Submit articles or give feedback. Subscribe. See previous newsletters.
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Make Art Part of your Holiday | |
The holidays are a wonderful time to enjoy family and friends and a great time to include art. Visit an art museum, take a trip downtown and notice the unique styles of architecture, snap photos of your travels, see the Nutcracker Ballet or the Christmas Carol, or gather your paint supplies and find a beautiful place outdoors to paint, plein-air, like Monet. This holiday season you can find special ways to enjoy art with your family. |
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Our best advocates and supporters are those of you who are most involved with the program. We are seeking sponsors and underwriting help for the following:
Table sponsors
Printing
Audio visual
Luncheon
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| Book of the Month |  Dancing Hearts: Creative Arts with Books Kids Love
by Martha Brady
Activities based on children's books give children an opportunity to express themselves through the arts. |
| Give the Gift of Art |
 Give your loved ones a really great holiday gift: An Art in Action program module with 12 masterpiece based online lessons. Choose from 9 different programs, just $39.99 each. Purchase NOW |
| Thank You Yahoo! |
Yahoo! volunteers came from Los Angeles, Marin, and all points in between to help pack art materials for 38,000 students in over 200 schools. They counted, collated, and packaged 54,416 pieces of construction paper, copies, and templates then bundled 2,000 paint sticks. Fantabulous!!! |
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The third in a series of library art shows this year, 
