Students inspired by the possibilities of leaving a senior art class gift to the school in the form of large paintings. (Author/CB)

In a picture book the drawings are of prime importance. Concept, color and interpretation must be considered in theory and practice. (DH)

This article deals with studies that manipulated physical parameters of pictures- the amount of realistic detail, color versus black and white, and moving versus still pictures. (Author)

How to make masks with plaster bandages. A simple, safe and high motivation project for the junior high level. (RB)

Article briefly outlines how to teach elementary students the technique of crayon resist, using crayons, construction paper and white tempura paint to make snow scenes. (PD)

Two artists skilled in creating concrete sculpture worked with special and regular education elementary students in planning and building a concrete sculpture of a jungle. The shared experience not only resulted in a functional piece of art but also in improved staff and student relations. (CL)

The author offers guidelines for implementing an elementary school gifted visual arts program. One strategy--a station learning experience--is described, the benefits of a yearly art exhibition or art celebration are pointed out, and characteristics of the successful art teacher are mentioned. (SB)

The construction of a peep-box satisfies the objectives for art education in Denmark. Ten-year-old students select a theme for their boxes and construct them with a variety of materials. (AM)

Describes how visual arts curricula contribute to the attainment of American general education objectives. The contribution of the arts to culture and human fulfillment is discussed. Available from Carfax Publishing Company, P.O. Box 25, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1RW England. (AM)

Describes a ten-week high school visual arts program. Five incremental drawing assignments dealing with line quality, shapes, conversion from three-dimensional perception to two-, and perspective and distortion of shape are presented. (AM)

Described are various arts and crafts ideas, mostly with a February theme. Included are: ceramic boxes, valentine ideas, and patriotic projects--symbols of our country, silhouettes of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, and stars and stripes. (KC)

Reports research on providing communication skills through art activities in the primary grades. (RL)