THE ART BOX

The art centers are simply gathered materials that inspire the young artist to create their own art, following the project example that was introduced to therm.

When I was growing up, I actually went to a one room school and had a very creative teacher. Each student had their own "art box" which consisted of bits of fabric scraps, spools, rick rack, wire, pipe cleaners,  buttons, postage stamps, ribbon,  etc. These items were collected at home and kept at school in shoeboxes. 

1. The collecting process taught me at a young age about reusing materials to create art.

2. Each piece of art created in my classroom was unique.

3. This simple idea inspired creativity , problem solving, and individual expression.

I encourage you to put together an art box to use in your alphabetical art journey !

Fishing tackle boxes work well, as well as shoeboxes, plastic storage containers, etc.