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MaryAnn F. Kohl, art book author

Bellingham, WA

MaryAnn writes books about art for children of all ages.

Interests: art, children, family, writing, skiing, and outdoor fun

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A Message from Mr. Rogers to Parents

A Message to Parents From Fred Rogers Mr Rogers thanks those who grew up with him who are now parents and care givers. About five months before he died, Fred Rogers recorded this message to parents and caregivers who grew up watching Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. In addition, another page is full of many many videos from Mr. Rogers. Find the ones that work for you, a parent meeting, a sweet time to share with a child or a new mother. These priceless words from a true childhood expert will hold their truth and value for all time. I wonder, "Where are the Mr. Rogers, the Captain Kangaroos, the original Mouseketeers, the Roy Rogers, for today's children?" Children need role models and heroes. The time is ripe for someone to lead children with honor and care. Continue reading

Posted May 8, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Artist Profile: About MaryAnn and Process Art

This article from 2010 answers some often asked questions about process art for children. Feel free to share it with parents or others in your teaching programs. Artist Profile Continue reading

Posted May 6, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Process Art Inspires Artful Adventures for Kids! by Lisa Albert

Process Art Inspires Artful Adventures for Kids! By Lisa Albert “Kids need space to create,” is the simple guidance that award-winning author of art activity books MaryAnn Kohl offers to parents who are getting involved in their children’s arty play. Given freedom to explore and make choices, children are more likely to use their own ideas in creating art. You see, too often times, adults (parents and some teachers) project a sense of what a finished piece of art should look like, which denies children the opportunity to explore and create from their own imaginations, and to learn from that exploration and discovering. Why is process art so important? Kids learn as they explore art materials and the creative process of taking ideas from within and bringing them into existence. Art allows for trial and error from which authentic learning can take place. Art is open-ended and fosters individual expression... Continue reading

Posted May 3, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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The beauty of your parenting makes you more than an artful parent... you are a loving and thoughtful parent. Maia will always remember this day and will have her book as a reminder of how much her mom cares about her individuality.

Commented Apr 23, 2013 on My Weekend in Philly and Maia's New Art Book at The Artful Parent

The Book Bundle, THANK YOU!

Thank you to everyone who enjoyed the amazing "Book Bundle" for Spring with $130 worth of books and resources for only $9.99. Hundreds of people bought the bundle, which means many more hundreds of children will benefit. Hooray for kids and creativity!!! If you bought the bundle, I hope you love love love ScienceArts, my contribution to the special. ~ MaryAnn www.brightring.com PS Sign up for my monthly newsletter! The new May edition will come out very soon. On this link, head to the lower right corner of my home page, www.brightring.com. Continue reading

Posted Apr 19, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Learning Through Play, E Book Offer $9.99 ($130 value)

Every now and then the bloggers I know put together a great little package of eBooks to share at the price of only $9.99, a $130 value. Can you believe it? This BUY NOW link will be active from midnight Pacific Time (1 minute past April 7th) April 8th, until April 14th. The sale ends on the 14th. What an amazing deal! Continue reading

Posted Mar 25, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Wonderful, Jean. There's a time for lessons, and this is your kids' time! It will help them see differently and that is just amazing. I've heard good things about Monart, though I have not tried it. Maybe I will?!

Commented Mar 21, 2013 on Drawing with Kids Using the Monart Method :: Lesson 1 at The Artful Parent

Kids can surprise us as they think out of the box, or rather, with their imaginations. I'm constantly surprised by the freedom of thought and play they share with us. And Daphne is showing her creativity loud and clear! Thank you for this post.

Commented Mar 5, 2013 on Shaped Crayons = Creative Drawing for Little Kids at The Artful Parent

Mudworks Bilingual Book Giveaway: 5 WINNERS!

Mudworks Bilingual free book giveaway winners Continue reading

Posted Mar 3, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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March 2013 ArtsyKidsNEWS

The following March ArtsyKidsNEWS is shown with jpgs. To view this newsletter with active links in your browser, CLICK HERE. Continue reading

Posted Feb 28, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Valentine Creative Kids: Library Visit, Feb. 2

I hope you will enjoy these photos of kids creating openly with all kinds of materials to make Valentines to give to the Seattle Children's Hospital. We had a workshop at our local children's library on the Feb. 2, and the kids came in open-house-style. It was great fun for me, and they had fun using all the stickers, doilies, glitter glue, and more. The workshop was put on by MaryAnn Kohl and Sarah Nelson Veleos. MaryAnn writes children's art books, as you know :) , and Sarah has a new book for parents who expecting or have lost a baby. Titled: My Angel You Are Loved. Valentine Workshop, Bellingham WA Valentine Workshop, Bellingham WA by Sarah Nelson Veleos my angel, you are loved A poem and journal embracing pregnancy, and celebrating baby A Pregnancy Journal by Sarah Valeos with illustrations by Leanne Westman Continue reading

Posted Feb 4, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Process Art, let's listen

MaryAnn Kohl offers a 20 minute "listen" about process art. http://blogs.dctc.edu/dawnbraa/professional-guest-speakers/ Note: The pictures on the blog correspond with MaryAnn's talk about art. http://wp.me/pUBXw-3B5 Scroll down to MaryAnn's name. If you have trouble with the file loading, MaryAnn had the best luck with Firefox browser. You can ALSO participate in the free book giveaway on the blog who is posting this recording. MaryAnn Kohl MaryAnn Kohl, Award-winning Author, Publisher, Art Advocate, and Educational Consultant (February 2013) GIVEAWAY, Free art activities, Facebook, Twitter, Blog Continue reading

Posted Feb 2, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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February ArtsyKidsNEWS is Here!!

February ArtsyKidsNEWS is here!! The following view of ArtsyKidsNEWS for February is presented as jpgs. To view the newsletter and all its active links in your browser, go HERE . If you would like to sign up for the free montly ArtsyKidsNEWS, go here. If you would like to view all past editions, go here. Continue reading

Posted Jan 25, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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BIG BULK BOOK SALE Mudworks Bilingual Edition

I am taking Mudworks Bilingual Edition out of print. So to help the inventory disappear, I am offering an entire carton of Mudworks Bilingual for $2.00 per book, or $68, plus $20 shipping. Total $88. The only stipulation is that if you resell the books, you may not ask more than half price or $7.50. The book retails for $14.95. Email maryann@brightring.com and we'll set up your order, or go directly to the Bright Ring website and place an online order. $2.00 per book! Full cartons only. The total on one carton of 34 books will be $88 with shipping. Those sales can be handled through Bright Ring's website using PayPal. http://www.brightring.com/mudworks_span.html EACH ACTIVITY IS PRESENTED IN BOTH SPANISH & ENGLISH ON FACING PAGES. * This offer is for individuals or educators, not for store owners or commercial entities, sorry. I'm restricted from sales to retail or wholesale establishments. No... Continue reading

Posted Jan 16, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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She must feel very important that you took the time to ask her questions and write down her answers. What a great feeling to be loved and valued so much!!!! Next, let's hear what Daphne has to say. She intrigues me as she has grown... second children are such little surprises as they grow.

Commented Jan 15, 2013 on An Interview with Maia at The Artful Parent

Face Your Fears: Art for Toddlers and Twos

Another new article at Barnes and Noble.com -- Parents Expert Circle. Written by art author and advocate, consultant, and presenter, MaryAnn F. Kohl Face Your Fears: Art for Toddlers and Twos Continue reading

Posted Jan 3, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Art for Older Kids: When Exploration Isn't Enough

New post at Barnes and Noble's "Parents Expert Circle".... an article written by award-winning author MaryAnn F. Kohl, children's art author, advocate, presenter, consultant, and teacher. Art for Older Kids: When Exploration Isn't Enough B&N Parents Expert Circle Continue reading

Posted Jan 3, 2013 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Love love love, too. I am always happiest with light and color.

Commented Dec 29, 2012 on (Beautiful!) Stained Glass Bunting at The Artful Parent

January 2013 ArtsyKidsNEWS - Snowman Art

Hello and Happy New Year! January 2013 ArtsyKidsNEWS is here! SNOWMEN! SNOWMEN! SNOWMEN! The newsletter below is posted as pictures. To see the actual newsletter with active links, view here: http://eepurl.com/s0S-1 You can sign up for the free monthly newsletter on my website, lower right corner: http://www.brightring.com Thank you for visiting my blog! MaryAnn Continue reading

Posted Dec 28, 2012 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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I know a little eight year old foster child who loves art. I would love to give this to him as a surprise Christmas gift. It would be a dream come true for him. Thank you for the opportunity!

Commented Dec 4, 2012 on Kids' Art Supply Gift Basket by Stubby Pencil Studio :: A GIVEAWAY! at The Artful Parent

Thanksgiving weekend only EBOOK SALE $9.99 for ALL!!!

Over $100 worth of resources for $9.99 CLICK ON PHOTO ABOVE TO BUY NOW!! This special bundle of books will be available for you to buy only over the Thanksgiving weekend. You've only got from Wednesday 21st November 2012 until midnight on Monday 26th November 2012 to buy this special offer. I've written one of the books, and have read the others, and they are fabulous. This bundle is packed full of fantastic creative and practical ideas that you can use with children. Thirteen different authors joined in, bringing you over $100 worth of resources. All for $9.99! Read the next paragraph to see what's included. You won't believe it!! (But it is true.) The Learning Through Play bundle includes all these e-books and resources: The Garden Classroom, by Cathy James of Nurturestore The Garden Classroom brings you fifty-two creative and playful outdoor activities, giving you a whole year’s worth... Continue reading

Posted Nov 25, 2012 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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December ArtsyKidsNEWS - holiday art ideas

To view the actual December ArtsyKidsNEWS, go here: http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=5ede963e35560c1088968f662&id=b708b691c0 The newsletter is free to those who join the mailing list. Continue reading

Posted Nov 21, 2012 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Top 10 Tips to Develop Young Artists’ Creativity

Top 10 Tips to Develop Young Artists’ Creativity 1. "It's the process, not the product." The product is merely the end result, not the reason children create art. Children create and explore art to discover and test their own imaginations. However, primary-aged children begin to expect aesthetic results from their art explorations. The choices of materials and activities provided help them focus their creativity and allow for aesthetically pleasing results. 2. Provide basic art supplies for children that can be used freely at a small table or in a comfortable corner. (Basic art supplies include crayons, scissors, paper, tape, glue, paint, chalk, and collage items.) Provide quality scissors and good paints to encourage artistic success. 3. Keep handy containers filled with all kinds of nifty "junk" for artists to explore. Include cotton balls, ribbon, yarn, paper towel tubes, egg cartons, feathers, buttons, beads, doilies, cardboard scraps, pieces of sponges, plastic... Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2012 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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700th mailing list subscriber WINS FREE ART BOOK

Free Book Give-Away from MaryAnn Kohl Continue reading

Posted Oct 29, 2012 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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Jack-o-Pie poem for kids: Using interpretive voices.

Kids enjoy reciting a Halloween poem called "Jack-o-Pie", using interpretive voices. Continue reading

Posted Oct 23, 2012 at MaryAnn F. Kohl, process art and treasures of childhood

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