Best Art Tricks & Tips for Kindergarten & First-Grade Teachers

Keep yourself organized and your classroom mess free with these art tricks and tips. Made for the kindergarten & first-grade classroom, you’ll get a list of valuable art hacks for educators and parents looking to make art time with kids more organized, enjoyable, and educational. From the watercolor spray bottle tip to smart storage solutions, I’ve got you covered. Learn how to avoid glitter explosions, manage paint supplies efficiently, and engage your students with creative early finisher activities. Don't let art class turn into a tornado of chaos—watch now and discover the secrets in keeping your art project time stress-free from prep to clean-up. 🎨 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Watercolor Fast-Track 02:23 Clear Cups for Cleaner Water 03:00 Water Filler Line 03:30 Plastic Baggy Paint Storage 04:10 Deli Containers for Easy Cleanup 05:27 Paper Project Paper Hack 07:07 Wax Paper Hand Print Hack 09:15 Paint Squirt Bottles (Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/481mas3 See Disclaimer Below) 10:08 Yarn Sticks for Tangle-Free Fun 11:17 Early Finisher Binder Magic 15:55 Glue Bottle Smile Trick 16:20 Glitter Box Containment (Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3uBBld1 See Disclaimer Below) 18:55 Comment & Conclusion 📚 Resources Mentioned: Early Finisher Solution: https://pages.makingthebasicsfun.com/efs/ Independent learning games & activities for K-1 kids. Keep them busy learning. Cassie Stephens:    / @cassiestephens6715   =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thanks to: **Special thanks to Dawn The Singing Nurse for the awesome music. Check out her channel.    / dawnginese   =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Store: Making The Basics Fun Shop: https://shop.makingthebasicsfun.com/ Got Games? 60+ Independent (and fun) learning games for K-1 Students- Print and Play- The Early Finisher Solution -Games & More Learning System for Busy Teachers: –(Look for your free sample game by clicking the link)-- https://pages.makingthebasicsfun.com/efs/ =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- DISCLAIMER: All opinions are always 100% my own. This video is not professional advice. I’m sharing my view point and opinions as a retired teacher. This video and description MAY contain affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase, I may earn a commission, at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with, or have seen the value of all of these resources, and I recommend them because they are helpful. Do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals. Your support of this channel allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for your support! Thanks for watching! If you found these tips helpful, give it a thumbs up, comment on your favorite hack below, and don't forget to subscribe for more classroom wisdom. 💖✨