The story of subjects

When I talk with colleagues about what they hope for their subjects in terms of the impact on pupil’s learning, there’s sometimes a pause. Then a file gets opened, usually on a laptop and some complicated blurb gets pulled up.

Such an inspiring talk by Mia I’m not an art leader but I adore the subject and teaching it! So important to foster that creativity and love for art in our curriculum! #primaryessentials

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Work in #EYFS or have your own little ones?
Looking for great inclusive books written by authors of colour?
Here's a fantastic (but of course, incomplete) list of 100 such books suitable for 0-5 yr olds - compiled by Jamel.Carly for Penguin Lit in Colour
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My latest RfP article for National Education Union Educate magazine is about why authentic representation in children's books matters so much. It draws heavily on the pioneering work of Rudine Sims Bishop, who explains it far better than I ever could. Hopefully, it's a useful read.

#PrimaryEssentials3 will be special!

My session will focus on the beauty of crafting a rich and purposeful curriculum.

There will be a specific focus on;
•the value of art, craft and design
• our implementation and impact of art, craft and design in EYFS and beyond

Concepts as connections over time:

The reason that the concepts and big ideas in the subjects are helpful is that they are like ‘holding baskets’ for a lot of information.

They are like the boulders across the curriculum that gather more moss over time.

In AD 40 NSEAD's General Secretary Michele Gregson reflects on our manifesto, the transformative power of art education and why we must call for urgent change and action.

Read this important article, now available on our blog:

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Four days to go until #PrimaryEssentials !!

Get your tickets below and see talks from Sophie Bartlett Mrs B Chris Youles Mia Mr T does Primary History 🏳️‍🌈 Emma Cate Stokes Amjad Ali- Teacher, Trainer, Speaker and me!

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📚 New research alert! Our latest manuscript in the International Journal of Modern Education Studies explores the impact of an eight-week Artful Thinking curriculum on students' critical thinking abilities. The students have shown significant improvement, particularly in…

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Speakers include:
📢 Me!
📢 Amjad Ali- Teacher, Trainer, Speaker
📢 Sophie Bartlett
📢 Mrs B
📢 Shannen Doherty
📢 Mr T does Primary History 🏳️‍🌈
📢 Chris Youles
📢 Mia

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Shape North are so proud of this film, capturing our pilot study research exploring the relationship between visual arts & exploratory music for pupils - delivered as part of Music in Kirklees in partnership with edges ensemble for hcmf// University of Huddersfield

Where do ideas come from? How do Creatives think of stuff? How might knowledge of the Beatles help us develop into better art teachers? #imagination The Beatles

One week until #PrimaryEssentials ! I am especially excited as delegates will get a sneak peak at my book! I'll be sharing contents for the first time in my vocab for R and KS1 session.

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In year 6 we have been focusing on contrast or value in draw and painting. We drew an image then painted to darkest, shaded areas before painting the rust of the image. The children deemed it successful. #primaryart NSEAD Artists Assemble AccessArt Paul Carney

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Y3 are learning about the impact of deforestation. We have looked at using learnt techniques to create patterns & textures. Next they’ll begin incorporating their ideas with wax resist & watercolours. 🤩 NSEAD Sophie Leach Paul Carney Dr Penny Hay 🇪🇺🕊💙💚🌳🐝🦋🌹❤️🌈 Terry Culkin (He/Him) #AntiRacist már🐧cia

I can't believe #PrimaryEssentials is just over a week away!

I'm going to be sharing some of my new book with attendees and discuss how to develop a vocabulary rich culture in R & KS1!

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Today is #EarthDay 🌎

We're delighted to re-share our blog 'Recommended Reading: Art and the Climate Emergency' by Dr Emese Hall.

These essential books will inform your knowledge, understanding and art education practice.

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