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Handwriting Pressure Practice

Getting your students to apply the correct amount of handwriting pressure when writing can be a struggle sometimes. Try this free activity.

Getting your students to apply the correct amount of handwriting pressure when writing or drawing can be a struggle sometimes. It can also result in ripped paper, broken pencils, frustrated kids, or illegible writing. Children may need practice to learn how to apply the right amount of pressure when writing. Try this FREE Handwriting Pressure […]

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Creative Drawing for Kids

This free creative drawing for kids art project is perfect if you need help getting started - download it at the bottom of the post for free!

It’s hard to think of a more enjoyable and creative activity than drawing, but for some kids it can be difficult in the beginning. The brain needs exercise just like any other muscle-and we all know how those early days of trying new skills are tough! This free creative drawing for kids art project is […]

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Drawing and Learning

Did you know that research shows that drawing when learning can boost memory recall? Read more on this topic!

Did you know that research shows that drawing when learning can boost memory recall? Sometimes when we think of ways to help students with their memory we focus on strategies such as: These strategies are evidence based but it is not always realistic that students can use them in a large classrooms. Have you ever considered […]

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Paper Plate Drawing Game for Summer

This Summer paper plate game is a super fun, kinesthetic, easy activity for a group. Work on visual-spatial skills, visual motor skills, and body awareness.

This Summer paper plate drawing game is a super fun, kinesthetic, easy activity for a group.  It encourages visual-spatial skills, visual motor skills, and body awareness.  It is a definite challenge for kinesthetic awareness. How to play the paper plate drawing game: Give each player a pencil and a non-coated, white paper plate.  If you […]

15 Silly Drawing Games for Kids

Here are some super simple and silly drawing games for kids and adults to play. All you need is a pencil and paper. Download a few free printables too!

Here are some super simple and silly drawing games for kids and adults to play. All you need is a pencil and paper. You can play with one person or a large group. Give everyone a pencil and paper.  Start by drawing one object with your dominant hand. Now it is time to switch it […]