Art Department

Elementary Art Programs

The art curriculum that is used in the Boise Schools Elementary programs is known as "Portfolios." Art is a powerful language that ignites imaginations and helps students acquire critical thinking and communication skills. This program integrates classroom instruction, hands-on activities, and literacy building experiences to turn on the power of art for all students.

Focusing on teaching the basic "Elements of Art" and "Principles of Design" with each lesson, these units help develop fine motor skills and allow individual exploration with a wide range of mediums. It also has a collection of beautiful, large color prints and a packet of overhead (color) transparencies for teaching an excellent appreciation of art history. Large oversized books with illustrations of studio activities, technique tips, and strategies for lessons are also included.

Curriculum resources are located in each of the schools and have been provided for each grade level beginning in Kindergarten. Large canvas bags containing these materials (plus additional posters) are shared by the teachers in that particular grade. Art Parents access the curriculum through the classroom teacher, and the art lessons are coordinated as a team. The Art Cottage has additional curriculum materials or they can be ordered through Scott-Foresman Publishing.

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Art Department
	8051 W. Salt Creek Ct. Boise, ID 83709 M - F 12:30 - 4:30 PHONE ~ 208.854.6715 FAX ~ 208.854.6716