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ABORIGINAL ART ABORIGINAL DESERT ART
by Thea Mullins. 10ABORDA ...33.09 .......36.40 IncGST
10ABOR ........33.09 .......36.40 IncGST This is a study of Aboriginality
This book is an introduction as well as a study of art.
to the symbols and patterns Background work from
of Aboriginal and Torres Blgo, Lajamanu, Ernabella
Strait Island art. The aim is and Utopia. Food references
to provide a series of lessons so for further reading
that students will be aware and relevant websites.
of and respect the spiritual Work for Lower, Middle
base whilst enjoying a positive and Upper Primary.
visual experience. Black and White
illustrations with some
reproducible templates.

ART & CRAFT A WORK OF ART

LOWER PRIMARY by Joan Chambers,
By Sandra Rowan & Vicki Crane. Molly Hood & Michael Peake.
10ARAND......32.94 .......36.23 IncGST 10AWOA .......31.88 .......34.95 IncGST
A wonderful book for busy The works of famous artists
lower primary teachers. are used as the inspiration
It has thematic units with for creative activities adaptable
easy to follow instructions for all ages.
and colour photographs. All of the sections include
This book makes lesson photographs of childrens
planning quick and easy! art Inspired by famous artists.

LEGENDARY ART BOOK

10LART .........35.26 .......38.79 IncGST
Consists of a reproducible book & CD,
uses legends and stories from around the world to provide
the context for teaching a range of visual arts skills
to junior primary children.
The legends and stories come from Australia, Japan,
Nth America, New Zealand, China, Samoa, India & Russia.
Art topics include painting, patterning, symmetry, design,
modelling and mixed media, PVA, Printmaking and mosaics.
Step by Step activity instructions included as well as
additional activity suggestions for other learning areas.

LEGENDARY ART CD
10LARTCD ....15.52 .......17.07 IncGST

ART COLLECTIONS ART EXPLORATIONS

by Belinda Duncan. by Belinda Duncan.
10ARCOL ......32.95 .......36.25 IncGST 10AREX.........32.95 .......36.25 IncGST
Visual Arts Ideas for K­6. Visual Arts Ideas for K­6.
Each of the 27 units is Each unit is presented
presented as a double page as a double page spread.
spread and contains visual Introductory notes are included
references for the teacher, about the process or artist,
questions to prepare, a list of a choice of visual references,
materials required, step by step a list of materials and step
instructions and photographs of by step instructions.
finished artworks for inspiration.

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ART EZE ART INSPIRATIONS
by Tracey Anne Comino ­ Galanos. by Belinda Duncan.
10AREZE ......31.54 .......34.69 IncGST 10ARCOL ......31.88 .......36.25 IncGST
This book provides an A­Z Each of the 30 units have
guide to complement any introductory notes about the
Visual Arts Program. It is artist and the aspect of their
comprised of 26 step by step work to be studied.
lessons covering all areas of A choice of visual references,
art, as well as curriculum links range of questions and list
and assessment checklists. of materials is also included.

ART EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK

10AREYL ......33.64 .......37.00 IncGST
Tessa Gray’s art projects use a full range of media: observational drawing, printing, collage,
etching, lino cuts, sewing, sculptures, pastel work & computer illustration and animation.

Topics include Bugs & Insects, Houses & Architecture, Flowers & Clothes. Art examples from
MC Escher, Fritz Hundertwasser, James Rizzi, Van Gogh and New Zealand artists Fiona Whtye
and Caz Novak provide inspiration.

Step by step instructions and photographic examples included as well as worksheets

and a trouble shooting guide.

ART IN FOCUS ART IN THE SUN

10ARINF........31.88 .......35.07 IncGST By Joan Chambers & Sophia
Snap Happy. This stimulating Watson.
approach uses photos as the 10AIS.............31.88 .......35.07 IncGST
take­off point for artwork. This book combines art
The photos can be taken by the projects, with the study and
students or selected elsewhere. appreciation of Australian
Create textured trees, seaweed, artists. Each unit focuses on
circle patterns, sunsets, lakes. one Australian artist, with the
reproduction of a well known
canvas. A step by step guide
for creating artworks.

ART LESSONS LIMITED ART OF DIFFERENT CULTURES

by Vanessa Linas. by Lilian Coppock.
10ARLL .........35.65 .......39.22 IncGST 10ARTDC ......31.77 .......34.95 IncGST
Art Lessons Limited is a good This book is full of “easy to
book for teachers with limited do” art and craft activities from
time and resources. There are all around the world, focused
39 step by step projects. around 4 main areas of the
There are 9 themes throughout art curriculum.
the book complementing
key learning areas. Several
templates are also provided.

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ART NOT JUST PICTURES ART OF THE LAND
10NJPI...........32.95 .......36.25 IncGST by Joan Chambers.
Tessa Gray’s art projects 10AROL ........32.95 .......36.25 IncGST
include drawing, printing, This book explores the special
collage, etching, lino cut, relationship between famous
weaving, sculptures, fabric artists and the land of Australia.
batik, clay masks, posters Each section includes
and computer animation. a photo of a famous painting
Themes include Faces and together with biographical
Figures, Bush and Landscape details of the artist and art ideas
and Birds. There are step by inspired by this original work.
step instructions, photographic Creative activities based on
examples and materials other paintings by the same
listed for each project. artist are also included.
Designed for 5­15 year olds.

ART THE BIG PICTURE ART THE BIG PICTURE

by Tessa Gray. by Lynn Tebbutt.
10ARRE ........34.95 .......38.45 IncGST 10ARWO .......31.77 .......34.95 IncGST
Suitable for upper primary, A book of 36 visual arts activities
this resource tackles 3 main based on popular themes, for
themes ­ face and figures, 6­12 year olds. Themes are:
food and indigenous art from Christmas Colour, Shape and
the South Pacific. For each Line, Dinosaurs, Easter, The sea,
theme there are projects in and The seasons. Each activity
sketching, painting, collage, includes an objective, a list of
clay and dough sculptures, requirements and a clear and
carvings and computer easy to follow lesson procedure.
generated art. High Quality A colour plate for each activity
colour production. 84 pages. provides a visual focus and
illustrates the effective outcome
of each lesson. 74 pages.

MORE ART WORKS THE ART OF RECYCLING

10ARWOM ....32.95 .......36.25 IncGST by Hilary Ansell.
This book will show teachers 10BAREC ......31.77 .......34.95 IncGST
how to unlock a childs potential. Transform throwaway materials
Each of the 36 lessons have into fantastic and original
an objective, materials list, creations with ideas from
step by step instructions and this publication.
a photo of the finished product. Themes are included
Themes include Picasso, for primary ages 5­11.
Ancient athletes, Bush fires Each chapter contains
and Christmas. a resource list, step by step
Suitable for 6­12 year olds. instructions and display ideas.

BELAIR EARLY YEARS ART BAGS OF FUN

(3­5yrs) By Penny Molloy
by Rhona Whiteford. & Catherine Bishenden.
10BELA .........31.77 .......34.95 IncGST 10BAG...........32.94 .......36.23 IncGST
The activities in this book have Paper bag craft is a fun way
been organised into the six for children to develop skills
concepts of art: such as cutting, drawing and
colour, line, texture, shape, painting. Produce colourful,
space and form. Within these fun characters and animals.
areas are a variety of activities Instructions, handy tips and
designed to help children grasp templates are included.
these concepts.
A lovely colourful publication.
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BEADED CRITTERS CRAFTS FROM
By Sonal Bhatt. WORLD CULTURES
10BECR ........15.59 .......17.15 IncGST By Sonal Bhatt.
Create beautiful, vibrant beaded 10CRWC .......20.49 .......22.54 IncGST
jewellery critters such as bugs, Each of these interesting craft
butterflies, animals and more projects is accompanied by
using a variety of techniques an informative paragraph.
such as stringing, knotting
and weaving beads on
to wire. 80 pages.

NEW 

CLASSROOM ART (AGES 5­7) CLASSROOM ART (AGES 8­10)

by Amelia Ruscoe. by Amelia Ruscoe.
10CLASS1 ....38.07 .......41.88 IncGST 10CLASS2 ....38.07 .......41.88 IncGST
The activities included in Same format as the above
this book are directed at skill publication, but suitable for
development in the areas students 8­10 years of age.
of drawing, painting and Areas of focus are drawing,
printmaking. A wide range painting and printmaking.
of media is suggested and the
activities remain largely open­
ended. Easy to follow step by
step pictorial instructions along
with display suggestions make
this a great resource.

CLASSROOM ART (AGES 5­7) COMPUTER GENERATED ART

by Amelia Ruscoe. by Tessa Gray.
10CLASS3 ....38.07 .......41.88 IncGST 10COGA ........27.99 .......30.79 IncGST
The third in this great series Step by step lessons
also includes full colour step on exploring drawing
by step pictorial instructions. and manipulating images
on the computer.

CREATING ART DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY

by Sophie Melton & Laurel Lavers. ­ BELAIR
10CLASS1 ....38.07 .......41.88 IncGST by Hilary Ansell ­ New
Contains 72 pages of exciting 10BDT ...........31.88 .......35.07 IncGST
art activities, incorporating art Suitable for ages 3­5.
making and art appreciation. The themes contain original
Each unit has one full colour and exciting ideas within four
page of examples of children’s areas: Malleable Materials,
work. The units are suitable Textiles, Modelling and
for all Primary School levels. Construction.
A comprehensive daily program Activities use a variety of
of 48 weeks divided into topics resources to produce simple
spanning the whole curriculum. yet effective art work.

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EXPLORING ART #2 EXPLORING ART #3
by Bernadette Cvitkovic. by Bernadette Cvitkovic.
10EXPL2 .......27.25 .......29.98 IncGST 10EXPL3 .......27.25 .......29.98 IncGST
Level 2. This book covers 15 The same format as #2,
units of art activities, each but for level 3.
unit consisting of 8 to 13
lessons. Detailed lesson plans,
suggestions and assessment
guides, along with step by step
instructions are included.

EXPLORING ART #4 EXPLORING ART #5

by Bernadette Cvitkovic. by Bernadette Cvitkovic.
10EXPL4 .......27.25 .......29.98 IncGST 10EXPL5 .......27.25 .......29.98 IncGST
The same format as #2, The same format as #2,
but for level 4. but for level 5.

EXPLORING ART #6 FINGER FRIENDS

by Bernadette Cvitkovic. By Rosemarie Stevenson
10EXPL6 .......27.25 .......29.98 IncGST & Judy Cooper.
The same format as #2, 10FIFR...........19.84 .......21.82 IncGST
but for level 6. Contains a collection of finger­
puppet patterns and instructions
along with ideas for their use.
Be inspired to bring your story ­
telling finger puppet characters
to life!

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FOLDED PAPER PROJECTS INSPIRED BY ART ­ BELAIR

By Evan­Moor Corp. By Celine George.
10FOPA .........28.28 .......31.11 IncGST 10BINSP........31.88 .......35.07 IncGST
Using basic folding techniques Create wonderful ideas
this book contains 39 projects inspired by famous works
with easy to follow step­by­step of art. The themes are suitable
instructions. for ages 5­11. Example themes
include work by David Hockney,
NEW  Paul Hockney, Paula Rego,
Kate Malone, Raymond Briggs
and Paul Cezanne.

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IN THE PICTURE INVASION OF THE PLUSH
MONSTER
by Joan Chambers & Molly Hood.
10ITP .............31.88 .......34.95 IncGST By Weronika Alice Gunter.
Inspirational range of language 10INPL ..........20.18 .......22.20 IncGST
and creative activities based on Using simple sewing techniques
16 famous paintings by artists make unique fun and freaky
from the fourteenth through to creatures. The book is suitable
the twentieth century. Themes for all ages and includes
covered include food, flowers, instructions, patterns and
water, cities, seasons and diagrams. 96 pages.
animals. The ideas and
activities are adaptable
for children of all ages. NEW 

MATERIAL PLEASURES PAPER, SCISSORS, SCULPT!

by Lilian Coppock. By Ben A Gonzales.
10MAPL ........23.63 .......25.99 IncGST 10PASC .........15.59 .......17.15 IncGST
This publication presents Scoring, folding and cutting
colourful and creative ideas paper to create amazing three­
for using fabrics in dyeing, dimensional sculptures.
printing, painting, weaving, Gulpit­Gulpit, in the national
batik, stitching and collage. language of the Philippines
means “cut cut.” Each creature
is made from only a single
sheet. Instructions and
pattern guides included.

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PLUSH­O­RAMA SIMPLY ARTISTIC

By Kinda Kopp. by Joan Chambers & Molly Hood.
10PLUSH ......22.93 .......25.22 IncGST 10SIAR ..........31.88 ......35.07 IncGST
Create weird and wonderful Quick and easy ideas for
creatures from old fabric scraps everyday art, using simple
such as felt, hessian, cotton, materials and techniques.
old jumpers and buttons. Ideas are adaptable for
30+ projects ­ including furry, children of all ages.
green­lipped Monkey and Sections include Tissue paper,
Greggles, who sports a coif Cut paper, Mobiles, Mixed
of tentacles. 28 pages. media, Rubbings, Paintings
and Printing.
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PRIMARY ART ACTIVITIES

Lower Primary
10PARTL .......24.95 ......27.45 IncGST
Middle Primary
10PARTM ......24.95 ......27.45 IncGST
Upper Primary
10PARTU ......24.95 ......27.45 IncGST

by Gemma Reed.
15 units of stimulating primary
art activities in each of the
three books. Each unit consists
of 3 different but related
activities. The series consists
of 135 single page activities.

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PUPPET MANIA! PUPPET PLANET
By John Kennedy. By John Kennedy.
10PUMA ........22.94 .......25.23 IncGST 10PUPL .........22.94 .......25.23 IncGST
An inspiring book that will This book features 12 puppets,
allow you to make your using a variety of crafting
own characters come to techniques.
life. This book will guide Staging ideas to create puppet
you through each project shows are included.
with straightforward 80 pages.
instructions. Over 13 puppet NEW 
projects along with 30
featured puppets.
80 pages. NEW 

STARTING POINTS IN ART INTRODUCING VISUAL ARTS

by Marilyn Barnes. FOR TEACHERS
10STPO .........31.88 .......35.07 IncGST by Veronica Stoikovich
Packed with many ideas and & Melinda Zanetich.
activities and popular themes. 10VAFT .........29.95 .......32.95 IncGST
A study of line, colour, tone,
texture and shape.
Each page contains one lesson,
with a full colour illustration.

ANOTHER VISUAL ARTS VISUAL ARTS FOR TEACHERS

10VAFT2 .......29.95 .......32.95 IncGST by Veronica Stoikovich.
A sequel to the very popular 10VAFT3 .......29.95 .......32.95 IncGST
‘Visual Arts for Teachers” Another brilliant sequel.
by Veronica Stoikovich,
this publication contains
over 70 Visual Art ideas.
The lesson plans are easy
to follow and include objectives,
material lists, instructions and
art appreciation.

JUNIOR VISUAL ARTS STUPID SOCK CREATURES

10VAFT4 .......29.95 .......32.95 IncGST By John Murphy.
Contains works created by 10STSO .........18.95 .......20.85 IncGST
children between 5 and 9 years Using sculpting & sewing
of age, showing study of line, techniques make your own one
colour, tone, texture and shape. of a kind wacky sock creature.
Using unlimited imagination, create
creatures with horns, wings and
plenty of attitude.
120 pages.
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50 WAYS TO GET THE ART OF BEADED BEADS
YOUR CARTON By Jean Campbell.
By Ellen Warwick. 10THART ......23.24 .......25.56 IncGST
10EGCA ........9.58 .........10.54 IncGST Beaders everywhere are
A book of 50 projects that discovering the pleasure of
reuse and recycle milk and making new and unique beads
egg cartons. Each project is out of existing beads. This lushly
adaptable. Not only are the illustrated guide offers them a blast
crafts fun and funky, but each of inspiration with 40 fabulous
one saves a little bit of the designs from today’s finest
planet. This book also includes beadwork artists. Ranging from
100 per cent recycled stickers. understated to pure dazzling glam,
128 pages. these projects showcase a range
of innovative techniques. Detailed
NEW  NEW  instructions and photographs make
the crafting easy too. 144 pages.

ARTYFACTS CD
­ THE ART OF TEACHING
by Lesley Hodgson.
10VELS .........30.00 .......33.00 IncGST
This CD focuses on teaching and learning strategies in Visual Arts. It is based on the Victorian Essential
Learning Standard (VELS) and aims to assist Art educators with planning, implementing and assessing
current art curriculum. It includes aspects of: Developing learning using Art.
Discussing creativity­what is it? How can it be nurtured?
Investigating ­ Thinking through Art. Examining ways of developing program plans using VELS. Using
standards and progression points for assessment and reporting. Auditing the Art program using VELS.
Exploring Art dimensions. Providing practical art room hints.
It provides teacher guidelines, program content, sample lessons, VELS correlation, assessment guidance,
templates and practical advice.

* For professional services and advice, contact Lesley Hodgson by email at artyfacts@bigpond.com

ARTYFACTS CD 2
­ MAKING ART CONNECTIONS
by Lesley Hodgson.
10VELS2 .......30.00 .......33.00 IncGST
This CD focuses on Assessment and Reporting in the Visual Arts and has been based on the Victorian
Essential Learning Standards (VELS).

The disc contains guidelines for Art assessment, templates for evaluation, student work samples with.

* For professional services and advice, contact Lesley Hodgson by email at artyfacts@bigpond.com

ARTYFACTS CD 3
­ BACK TO BASICS
by Lesley Hodgson.
10VELS3 .......30.00 .......33.00 IncGST
This CD focuses on developing student learning and their understanding of how art works are developed.

The disc explores the art elements of line, colour, tone, shape, space and texture and how these are used
to create portraits, landscapes, abstracts and still life pictures. It provides a range of art possibilities for
Prep to Grade 6 students and practical ideas for planning a holistic approach to program development.

Student work samples are included to highlight progression of skills, techniques and processes.

* For professional services and advice, contact Lesley Hodgson by email at artyfacts@bigpond.com

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Art Resources
AWESOME EXPERIMENTS AWESOME EXPERIMENTS IN
IN FORCE & MOTION ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM
By Michael A Dispezio. By Michael A Dispezio.
10AWEM .......11.86 ......13.05 IncGST
10AWEF ........11.86 .......13.05 IncGST
These simple, fun experiments
This book looks at force, inertia,
in magnetism and electricity will
buoyancy and gravity using get kids all charged up. Almost all
easy­to­find materials. materials are easy to find in the
Contains more than 70 house or inexpensive to buy and
experiments with simple each experiment has a section that
materials, clear instructions explains the underlying scientific
and straightforward principles and they’re all safe!
explanations. 160 pages. Contains more than 70 experiments
over 160 pages. Great for teachers
looking at these curriculum areas.
NEW  NEW  Simple materials, clear instructions
and straightforward explanations.

BUILD A CLOCK STARTING POINTS IN DESIGN &

10BUILD........34.95 .......38.45 IncGST TECHNOLOGY ­ BELAIR BOOK
This book provides a rich feast by Hilary Ansell.
of ideas for making a clock with 10STPTD .......34.95 .......38.45 IncGST
over 20 different clock faces. Explores Mechanisms,
A variety of materials are Wheels & Axles, Pneumatics,
covered, along with themes Structures & Joining,
such as, nature, animals Creative Cooking, Sewing
and textures. & Making, as well as Electrical
power. Some of the themes
covered are Pop­up Cards,
Designer Sandwiches
and using Electrical
Circuits in Rotating models.

SCIENCE ­ BELAIR BOOK STRESS FREE SCIENCE

By Jean Evans. ACTIVITIES
10SCIENCE...34.95 .......38.45 IncGST 28STFR .........10.95 .......12.05 IncGST
A resource for play activities A book of Science Activities for
for scientific concepts and School Groups containing ideas
skills. Suitable for years 3­5, on how to run a stress free
the themes cover four areas science program with
of learning: Properties and survival tips.
Materials, Living things,
Investigation & Exploration
and Designing and Making.

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