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• Aboriginal Art of Australia: Exploring Cultural Traditions
• Adventures in Art Series
• Adventures in Art Series
• Adventures in Creative Movement Activities: A Guide for Teaching. 2nd ed.
• Adventures in Music: Opera
• Alexander Calder and His Magical Mobiles
• The Amazing Art Adventures Series
• Animals
• Art
• Art: A Global Pursuit
• Art Around the World Series
• Art First Nations: Tradition and Innovation
• Art First Nations: Tradition and Innovation in the Circumpolar World
• Art in History Series
• Art in the Classroom: An Integrated Approach to Teaching Art in Canadian Elementary and Middle Schools
• Art Matters: Strategies, Ideas, and Activities to Strengthen Learning Across the Curriculum
• The Art of African Masks: Exploring Cultural Traditions
• Art of Ancient Civilizations
• Art of the Far North: Inuit Sculpture, Drawing, and Printmaking
• Artists: Exploring Art Through the Study of Five Great Lives. Rev. ed.
• The Artists' Specials Series
• The Arts as Meaning Makers: Integrating Literature and the Arts Throughout the Curriculum. Canadian ed.
• Arts Education: Visual Art Resource for Grades 9 & 10 = Education Artistique Material de Ressource Pour les Arts Visuels en 9e et 10e Annees
• The Arts Propel Video Handbook
• Artsource: Performing Arts Package 1

Aboriginal Art of Australia: Exploring Cultural Traditions (Print-Non-Fiction). Finley, Carol. (Art Around the World Series). Lerner Publications (SBC), 1999. 56 p. ISBN 0-8225-2076-1 ($22.99 hdc.).

Aborigines, the native people of Australia, have an art tradition that dates back thousands of years. Their paintings have a deep meaning associated with aboriginal beliefs. This book offers a glimpse of the culture, exploring its beauty and mystery through paintings. Clear, sharp full-colour photographs reflect the traditions of this fascinating culture. An index, table of contents and suggestions for further reading are included.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Social Studies: Grades 7-9

Adventures in Art Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Davis Publications, Inc. (FHW), 1998. Order numbers follow.

Recommended components in this series developed by Laura H. Chapman include the following:

This multilevel sequential, program combines studio activities, perceptual awareness, art appreciation and art history. Level 6 includes a student text, a teacher edition and a choice of visual support components.

The student resource is thematically organized into four units. It is supported with questions for discussion, art vocabulary and suggestions for addressing multiculturalism.

Large colour reproductions are available, along with a teacher’s guide containing information to help the teacher and the student view and respond to each work of art.

A slide set is available for enrichment and extension.

The teacher’s edition provides lesson plans, teaching strategies, studio techniques, ideas for evaluation and cross-cultural connections.

Please note that this resource includes a great deal of information. It would be possible to extend the teaching of the concepts introduced over two years.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

Adventures in Art Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the title: Dreaming Pictures.

Adventures in Creative Movement Activities: A Guide for Teaching. 2nd ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Lloyd, Marcia L. Bowers, Eddie Publishing Co., Inc. (BEP), 1998. 330 p. ISBN 0-945483-71-6 ($34.95 U.S. pbk.).

This teacher’s resource provides assistance and ideas for incorporating movement into the classroom. Chapters include "Creating Your Own Contemporary Folk Dance" and an entire chapter discussing "Assessment and Evaluation." A reference list, Internet links and an appendix with additional lessons help to make this resource very user friendly. The focus on creative dance will enable teachers to go beyond the suggested activities presented in the book.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Dance

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Kindergarten

Adventures in Music: Opera (Print-Non-Fiction). Bennett, Roy. Cambridge University Press (GBW), 1996. 48 p. ISBN 0-521-56935-4 ($17.00 pbk.). Audiocassette - ISBN 0-521-56944-3 ($52.50).

This book gives an introduction to opera complete with definitions and black-and-white photographs. It then goes on to give short descriptions of the plots of 12 famous operas, along with printed music excerpts. There are suggestions and exercises to assist the students in engaging in the listening process, as well as follow-up questions and activities. Please note that answers are not given for the follow-up questions. This well-written, easy-to-understand summary of operas provides an excellent introduction to opera.

An audiocassette that contains recorded examples of the excerpts used in the book is available.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Music; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

Alexander Calder and His Magical Mobiles (Print-Non-Fiction). Lipman, Jean and Aspinwall, Margaret. Hudson Hills Press, Inc. (NBN), 1981. 96 p. ISBN 0-933920-17-2 ($19.95 U.S. hdc.).

Here is a book that truly captures the joy and exuberance of Alexander Calder and his unique art. Calder is a well-known figure in the history of modern sculpture. This resource presents a treasury of favourite works by Calder, 40 of them in full colour, as well as many fascinating photographs of the artist at work. The text tells the story of his life and career and relates his working methods and his own feelings about his art.The book also includes a guide to many of the Calder sculptures that can be seen in museums and public spaces around the world.

Suggested Use: Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level

The Amazing Art Adventures Series (Video). GPN - Great Plains National (CLC), 2001. 15 min. Order numbers follow.

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

The programs in this American series are divided into three sections. The first section introduces the particular concept, the second section shows an artist creating an art work, and the third section features a tour of an art museum. The concepts of each video are looked at from a technical and creative approach, considering cultural, historic, critical and aesthetic values. This series provides an excellent introduction to various art concepts.

A teacher’s guide is available at the following website: www.canlearn.com. Passwords may be obtained by e-mailing info@canlearn.com.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

Animals (Print-Non-Fiction). Dunn, Chris. (Looking at Art Series). Hodder & Stoughton Educational (BHU), 2000. 32 p. ISBN 0-340-66417-7 ($19.95 pbk.).

This book begins with a general introduction about animals. Concepts are outlined and then illustrated with art works that demonstrate the theme. Discussion points, vocabulary boxes and keyword explanations are highlighted on many of the pages. Suggested activities for both research and hands-on student projects encourage reflective and critical thinking. This resource supports the creative/productive, the cultural/historical and the critical/responsive components of the Arts Education Curriculum.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

Art (Video). (Maximum Dimension Series II). Heartland Motion Pictures (MGR), 1999.

24 min. Dup. order no. V339.

(SK) In this program, Max teaches Zach and Jennifer art basics and Braque reveals his secret past to a very curious Pi. An exploration of the relationship between math and visual art is examined through the following topics: scale and proportion, geometric shapes, linear measurement, fractions, perspective drawing and vanishing point, grids and cubism.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Mathematics: Elementary Level; Mathematics: Middle Level

Art: A Global Pursuit (Kit). Katter, Eldon and Stewart, Marilyn G. Davis Publications, Inc. (FHW), 2001. Order numbers follow.

Recommended components in this Kit include the following:

This comprehensive resource reflects all three components of the arts education curriculum. It places an emphasis on the elements and principles of design and on Western art history. The student book is dedicated to many of the universal themes found in art. The chapters include "Messages in Art," "Art and Daily Life," and "Art Connects With Nature," as well as six other common themes. Each theme opens with a core lesson that provides a comprehensive overview of the topic and concludes with a suggestion for a studio activity. Timelines, locator maps, sketchbook connections and computer options make this a valuable resource for students of visual art.

The teacher’s edition supports the student book with concise at-a-glance lesson plans, full-size annotated student pages and graphic organizers that map lesson links and concept development. Suggestions for assessment, meeting individual needs and computer connections are included.

The overhead transparency component contains 27 transparencies and nine instructional overlays. The transparencies include multicultural art forms, styles and media and will enhance classroom discussions.

The 10 slide sets contain supplemental images that reinforce and extend each chapter of the text. They contain a diverse assortment of art works, artists, styles, art periods, cultures and media. Each set includes a teacher key with the information about each image.

The Davis e-gallery CD-ROM contains images of fine art, architecture and scenes from everyday life. An accompanying text directs students to look deeper and to consider various aspects of the images.

The Student Art Gallery CD-ROM contains over 250 samples of student art. The images directly support and extend the suggestions for studio lessons.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Art Around the World Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Please refer to the titles: Aboriginal Art of Australia: Exploring Cultural Traditions and The Art of African Masks: Exploring Cultural Traditions.

Art First Nations: Tradition and Innovation (Kit). Bergland, Don L. and Zuk, William M. Art Image Publications (LIM), 1992. Order numbers follow. ($143.50 each kit).

(CAN, I/M) Recommended titles include the following:

Featuring both traditional and innovative art works, the posters in this kit are beautiful examples of painting, carving, clothing, basketry, jewellery and masks of aboriginal peoples from the Arctic to the American Southwest.

The manual contains thematic modules comparing traditional and modern artists and their works from each of the five major cultural regions. Activities are suggested for each of the curriculum components. Included are biographies of artists, maps, timelines, assessment activities, bibliographies and a glossary. These are quality resources with significant Canadian content. One module in each kit focuses on Plains art work, but the inclusion of Arapaho of Kansas and Oklahoma under the heading "Métis" causes confusion. Please note that, although the map on page 19 in each manual shows where individual artists are from, the actual cultures are more widespread.

Although designed for younger students, this kit is also useful for the Middle and Secondary Levels.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Arts Education: Secondary Level

Art First Nations: Tradition and Innovation in the Circumpolar World (Art Prints). Zuk, W. M. and Dalton, Robert. Art Image Publications (LIM), 1999. unp. Set of 3 units - Order no. 76633 ($156.95 kit).

(CAN, I/M) This beautiful three-unit resource examines the circumpolar regions of the world: Alaska, Arctic Canada, Greenland, Arctic Scandinavia and Siberia. Each unit contains a set of laminated, full-colour prints of works in various media and a teacher’s guide.

Each guide features biographies of the artists, visual and cultural notes on the works, references and resources and suggestions for related activities. The program uses legends and storytelling to encourage visualization and self-expression among the students. It also provides cross-curricular links to creative writing, the visual and performing arts, social studies and other subjects.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level

Art in History Series (Print-Non-Fiction). Hodge, Susie. Heinemann Educational Bks (KRS), 1998-2001. 32 p. Order numbers follow. ($21.68 hdc.).

Recommended titles in this series include the following:

This series explores art across the ages. Each book is full of large photographs that bring works of art to life. The clear text explains how changes and inventions affected art. Readers will learn about the beliefs that inspired the artists, how art developed and what materials the artists used. Interest boxes, full captions and timelines help to make these books particularly user friendly. Suggestions for student projects are included. Each book contains a glossary and an index.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Social Studies: Grades 7-9

Art in the Classroom: An Integrated Approach to Teaching Art in Canadian Elementary and Middle Schools (Print-Non-Fiction). Naested, Irene Russell. Harcourt Canada Ltd. (NEL), 1998. 336 p. ISBN 0-7747-3357-8 ($37.56 pbk.).

(CAN) This resource encourages teachers to place a greater emphasis on art in the general education of children. It advocates a holistic approach to integrating art with other curricula, so that one discipline can enrich another and students can learn to make connections between subjects. The book contains information on the history of art education, design and colour theory and art appreciation. Numerous children’s art projects are included throughout to enhance understanding of the value of art as an instructional tool in the classroom. A detailed index and appendices that include resource lists for further study make this a useful resource for teachers.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; General; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

Art Matters: Strategies, Ideas, and Activities to Strengthen Learning Across the Curriculum (Print-Non-Fiction). Prince, Eileen S. Zephyr Press (ZPR), 2002. 181 p. ISBN 1-56976-129-9 ($27.95 U.S. pbk.).

Art Matters is divided into two parts. Part 1 is fairly conceptual, and it covers thematic approaches to the integration of visual art across the curriculum. Part 2 gives suggestions and specific lesson ideas for integrating academic content with art. One of the primary aims of the book is to encourage teachers to think in new and creative ways about arts education. Teachers should note that objectives for arts education should be taken into consideration when integrating art into other areas of study. Although this teacher resource promotes integration, many of the ideas and suggestions are appropriate for the arts education specialist. The book contains a substantial resource list and a comprehensive index.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

The Art of African Masks: Exploring Cultural Traditions (Print-Non-Fiction). Finley, Carol. (Art Around the World Series). Lerner Publications (SBC), 1999. 64 p. ISBN 0-8225-2078-8 ($22.99 hdc.).

Mask making is an important tradition among the diverse people of Africa. For many African cultures, a mask not only conceals the identity of the wearer, but also creates a new identity—one from the spirit world. This book explores the beauty and mystery found in the art of African mask making. Clear, sharp full-colour photographs of museum artifacts reflect the variety of materials used in mask making. Pictures of modern members of still-existing cultures add to the attractiveness of this volume. An index, table of contents and suggestions for further reading are included.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Social Studies: Grades 7-9

Art of Ancient Civilizations (Print-Non-Fiction). Baker, Elaine. (Folens Art Resource Packs Series). Folens Limited (BHU), 1992. 32 p. ISBN 1-85276-485-6 ($24.95 set).

This resource pack links the creative and practical aspects of art with the more theoretical and historical aspects. The pack contains 12 full-colour photographs of works of art—paintings, sculpture, ceramics or textiles, plus a 32-page teacher’s book containing information on the works of art and artists, historical contexts and settings for each work of art and suggestions for student research and extension activities. This resource supports the cultural/historical component of the Arts Education Curriculum. There are several other titles available in this series.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

Art of the Far North: Inuit Sculpture, Drawing, and Printmaking (Print-Non-Fiction). Finley, Carol. Lerner Publications (FHW), 1998. 56 p. ISBN 0-8225-2075-3 ($35.95 hdc.).

(CAN, I/M) Traditional ways have changed drastically over the past 50 years giving rise to Inuit artists whose work captures the customs, beliefs and legends of their people. Full-colour reproductions and a straightforward text give insight into the sculpture, drawing and printmaking of the Inuit. One of the chapters discusses such major influences on Inuit visual art as myths and legends, nature, the hunt and drum dancing. A regional map and an artist’s gallery make this a good resource for interdisciplinary units dealing with Inuit peoples.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Secondary Level; Native Studies: Grade 10; Native Studies: Grade 11; Social Studies:

Grades 7-9

Artists: Exploring Art Through the Study of Five Great Lives. Rev. ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Brewer, Chris. (Creative Lives Series). Zephyr Press (ZPR), 1992. 79 p. ISBN 0-913705-36-5 ($25.00 U.S. pbk.).

Short biographical sketches are used to facilitate student growth in this user friendly resource. The five artists featured are Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, Winslow Homer, Pablo Picasso and M.C. Escher. After each biography, students are encouraged to explore the ideas presented through reading, discussion, research or visual representation. This small book includes many concepts that support the objectives found in the Arts Education Curriculum.

Note: Many of the references cited in this resource are dated and may be out of print. Also, teachers should supplement the examples with Canadian and female artists.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level

The Artists' Specials Series (Video). Devine Entertainment Corp. (DVE), 1999. 49-56 min. Order numbers follow. ($19.98).

Recommended titles in the series include the following:

(CAN) This entertaining series presents introductions to famous artists and their work. In each video, a young protagonist befriends an inventive genius, and both are transformed by the friendship. While much of the information presented is fictional, portions of the stories are based on fact. The videos offer the important messages that achievements in life are usually the result of overcoming adversity and that children can have an important impact on the lives of adults. These videos would be a good addition to media centre collections.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

The Arts as Meaning Makers: Integrating Literature and the Arts Throughout the Curriculum. Canadian ed. (Print-Non-Fiction). Cornett, Claudia and Smithrim, Katharine. Prentice Hall Inc. (PRN), 2001. 454 p. ISBN 0-13-087380-2 ($51.81 pbk.).

(CAN) This teacher’s resource offers practical strategies and conceptual bases for teaching about and through the four art strands—visual art, music, dance and drama. The text begins by providing historical and theoretical background supporting the benefits of arts education. Although the book focuses on integration in other subject areas, the information provided will be useful for arts education teachers. Special features include "quotes of the day" from artists and teachers, classroom vignettes, photographs, literature suggestions, take-action notes, post-it pages and lists of additional teacher resources. This resource includes excerpts from Saskatchewan Learning’s Arts Education Curriculum documents and references Canadian material and resources.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; General; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Arts Education: Secondary Level; Kindergarten

Arts Education: Visual Art Resource for Grades 9 & 10 = Education Artistique Material de Ressource Pour les Arts Visuels en 9e et 10e Annees (Kit). Saskatchewan Learning (LRDC), 1991. Order no. 6239 ($33.80).

(SK) Although this kit was developed to support Grades 9 and 10, it is also a valuable resource for students in other grades. The 42 colour slides show Saskatchewan art work in a wide variety of media. The slides are organized in three sections: Saskatchewan artists, Saskatchewan Francophone artists and a final short section related to the Grade 9 unit on the visual environment.

The bilingual guidebook includes a small black-and-white photograph and physical description of each work, biographical information and the artist's statement about the work.

In 1991, one complimentary kit was sent to every Saskatchewan school with Grades 9 and/or 10 students.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Visual Art

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Arts Education: Secondary Level

The Arts Propel Video Handbook (Video). Harvard Project Zero (HPZ), 1993. 65 min. No order number is required. ($30.00 U.S.).

This program explains the Harvard University Project Zero PROPEL approach to student portfolio assessment in the area of arts education. It includes teacher testimonials, guiding principles, examples of projects, extensive information on portfolios and a discussion on the impact of PROPEL. A print index accompanies the video.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Music; Visual Art; Teacher Reference

Other Use: Arts Education: Elementary Level; Arts Education: Secondary Level

Artsource: Performing Arts Package 1 (Kit). The Music Center of Los Angeles County. (Glencoe Middle School Art Series). Glencoe/McGraw Hill (MHR), 1999. ISBN 0-02-662381-1 ($91.50 kit).

Excerpts from different plays and samples of music from different cultures are presented in video and audio format in this American resource. It is composed of short summaries that highlight artists of stature from diverse cultures along with a selected work from each one’s art. Each work is illustrated with an audio or video sample. The only Canadian selection is "Suite of French Canadian Dances" by the AMAN International Folk Ensemble.

An instructor’s guide contains information about the artist and the creative process that led to the work, the work being studied and discussion questions designed to elicit thinking responses from the students. Suggestions for classroom activities are included, but teachers are encouraged to create their own lessons from the materials provided according to the experience, age and background of their students.

Suggested Use: Grade 6; Grade 7; Grade 8; Grade 9; Dance; Music; Teacher Reference