Hey ladies, so I’ve been having a tough time with my alternative students lately (Melissa, maybe this idea can be helpful for your kids as well?) So, we do a lot of sketchbook work in design works, many of my students are absent frequently so they need supplemental take home work- I am also seeking another outlet for them to better communicate their emotions and thoughts. Not to mention improving concentration, time management and focusing.

I know November seems far away but I’ve been researching the benefits of drawing everyday- . Andrea mentioned to us that it would be beneficial for us to do a little journaling, drawing, sketching everyday. I know for myself, drawing is pleasurable and expressive activity that alleviates daily stress.  So, a drawing a day, ten minutes in class? What is your thoughts ladies, I feel like if I assign this as homework, a majority of students just won’t do it.  Hopefully this video will motivate the students to draw more- honestly, how many times do you hear a day, I CANT DRAW. EEkkkkkk

Check out this ted talk I found- very cool!