When our school signed up for the Tadpole Press 100-Word Writing Contest, I saw it as more than just an enrichment activity. It was a chance to show every student that storytelling was for them. Not just the kids who always finish their homework on time. Not just the ones who love to write. Everyone.
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Download and print this free coloring page HERE.
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Follow these step by step directions to create your own swan drawing. Begin by drawing a straight horizontal line on your paper. This will be the surface of the water. 2. Draw an oval, or an egg shape, for the swans body. Make part of the oval touch the line. Remember to draw this oval
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When choosing drawing paper, there are a couple of things to consider: Weight Check the front cover of the drawing pad for the paper’s weight (measured in pounds). This number refers to the weight of 500 sheets of the paper before it’s cut. Generally, the thicker the paper, the heavier the weight, and the
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If you or your child want to have fun while improving your drawing skills, starting with a few drawing pencils is a great idea. I say “invest,” but don’t worry – they’re actually very affordable, usually around $1 per pencil. With just a few pencils, you can start experimenting with lines, shading, and all sorts
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Download and print these directions for drawing a sea otter step by step! You can find the PDF HERE.
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