
How to Get Your Signature Art Teacher Look!
With more and more art teachers growing art businesses, becoming social media influencers and stepping out in front of a video camera, there’s more reason than ever to consider adopting... Learn More


Celebrating Black Artists Through Literature & Art
I have A LOT of books. They are what inspire me to create art lessons that kids will love and feel connected to.I have a bunch in my office and... Learn More


What I’m Reading, Team Sparkle’s 2021 Directives and What’s Firing up My Creativity…
Well, hello 2021! I know many of you are thrilled to welcome in this fabulous new year. This beautiful year has started on a bright note of welcoming in our... Learn More

Year in Review: The BIGGEST thing that held me back this year (and it’s not Covid)
Despite this year being one of the most disruptive years in my lifetime, there is still a feeling that transcends all the ickiness: the indisputable fact that every year —... Learn More

Your 2021 Art Calendar
So looong 2020!So happy to have you behind us. So let’s ring in the new year with a clean slate! To help you plan and celebrate everything artsy, Team Sparkle... Learn More


Which Curriculum is Right for You?
Let’s not sugar coat it. 2020 has been a peach of a year. Art teacher’s everywhere have been asked to teach art via a computer (how weird has this been?)... Learn More


5 Sparkly Ways to Teach Art with Notebooks + Pencils
I’m about to say something that may raise an eyebrow– or two. Pencils and notepaper can be the great beginnings of an enriching art program. It’s true. You may not... Learn More


Careers in Art: Becoming a Graphic Designer
Giving children the chance to see different career opportunities in art is probably the most exciting thing an aspiring young artist can learn about. It gives creative children hope that... Learn More


Bringing Children’s Book Week to Your Classroom | 6 Holiday Art Books for Teachers
There is no bigger tradition in my household than pulling out my favorite holiday picture books. My children are grown, but I still lay the worn copies of The Polar... Learn More
