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  • 1.  Creative Arts Curriculum

    Posted 08-15-2022 15:42
    Hi! This upcoming year I am creating my own curriculum for a preschool - first grade program called the Creative Arts. This program will combine music, visual art, dance, and drama throughout the year. My main objective is to use picture books and bring them to life with different aspects of the arts. I am having a difficult time narrowing down a curriculum map and planning out overall themes that carry across my four main subjects. 

    If anyone has done something like this in the past, I'd love some guidence! 


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    Faith Sacher
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  • 2.  RE: Creative Arts Curriculum

    Posted 08-22-2022 12:52

    Faith, 

    I have a few posts on my website that may help your planning: 

    Using Children's Picture Books in Creative Drama Sessions

    Inspiring Resources for Creative Drama Sessions


    Wacky Wednesday: A Whimsical Creative Drama Session with Dr. Seuss - This includes visual art and music connections to the text.  



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    Janine Buesgen
    Founder and Content Creator
    PA
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  • 3.  RE: Creative Arts Curriculum

    Posted 08-23-2022 09:05
    Hi Faith,

    My go-to for all things creative drama is Creative Drama in the Classroom and Beyond by Nellie McCaslin. The 8th edition was the last before she passed away and while it may soon be dated, it is packed with ideas for creative arts projects and lessons. Break a leg!

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    Jim DeVivo, Ph.D.
    Theatre Teacher/Director
    Lacey Township High School
    Holmdel NJ
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