Pilot Art Integration Project

The main language in Puerto Rico is Spanish but all students learn English since the very early years. This past year my principal authorized that I began a pilot project with Kindergartners. It consisted of integrating visual arts to my class. The first step was to add ten minutes to the class ( 40 minutes in total) that way I could have enough time.There was an empty classroom in the preschool area, and I requested it, honestly I didn't think the administration will approve it; but Do you know what? They did!  I was so exited! I had  my very own classroom. The next step was planning accordingly.  My feelings were mixed, on one side I was very happy but in another hand I had to fulfill all the expectations. I love art, drawing, painting, dancing, and all that. I consider myself very creative but I had never teach art as part of my class. So I continue reading here and there, and found a few art teacher blogs that make my life so simple. I'll be mentioning them as I post and present my students work. I have to say that overall it was a great experience, the kids and their parents love it so much that the project will continue for the next school year! Yeah!!