- Handing sharp instruments to squirrely students does not have to spell "B-L-O-O-D-S-H-E-D" and in fact, can result in cleverness and creativity galore.
- Handing sharp instruments to said squirrels DOES mean much worry and sweating and stern guidance.
- While classroom chaos does not occur in carving class, it DOES erupt during a lesson on paper folding...go figure!
- Perhaps having 45 students fold and race paper airplanes was not the best idea if the goal was a soft, reserved, dignified lesson plan on origami.
- It was really fun watching the middle school monkeys and their creativity take flight, no matter how chaotic the air space.
- Spending a lot of time working small can result in a nearly wild urge to work HUGE!
- Large, prestretched canvases cost as much as dinner at a nice restaurant. Box mac & cheese it is for me!
Awesome piece Michelle! And you always find the right words!!
ReplyDeleteI literally LIVED on mac and cheese for 4 years in my college days, paint and canvas was and is soooo worth it!
Who'd have thought of the link between origami and aircraft?!? LOL! I can see your colorful, chaotic classroom full of energy and the monkeys having the time of their lives. What a pretty picture you've painted today!
ReplyDeleteALL art supplies are expensive - that's why artist's are generally starving!!!! Happy weekend! Hugs & Love, Terri xoxo
Lots of lessons learned and young souls expressing themselves under guidance. I wish all our children could have teachers like you. :)Bea
ReplyDeleteAwesome piece Michelle and I just love reading about your endeavours. Keep them coming.
ReplyDeleteThis really had me smiling - so many memories of teaching. Love your illustration, spot on.
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Imaging your classroom brought a smile, and seeing your art did the same. I love the expression "big boy wings"!
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