Art Works for Teachers
The Art Works for Teachers Podcast helps teachers crack the code of creativity and use it as a hidden advantage in the classroom. You will receive simple, yet innovative ideas for teaching math, reading and writing in and through the arts - while filling your own creative cup.
Episodes
121 episodes
Beyond the Score: Supporting Students through Testing Season
Standardized testing season is on the horizon... but do we really need it? In this episode, Susan unpacks the frustrations, hidden agendas, and practical ways to support students, including some arts-based strategies.
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Season 1
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Episode 120
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19:36
Integrated Learning: Teaching, Learning, Leading
What if creativity and connection held the key to solving education's toughest challenges? Susan sits down with Kate Cassada and Rob McAdams to talk about how arts integration and bold leadership are transforming classrooms and inspiring meanin...
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Season 1
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Episode 119
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38:35
Let Them: 3 Takeaways for Teachers
In this episode of Artworks for Teachers, Susan Riley unpacks the "Let Them Theory," offering strategies to empower students while maintaining teacher boundaries and well-being. Learn how letting go of unnecessary control, setting firm boundari...
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Season 1
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Episode 118
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23:16
Finding Funds to Fuel Creativity
Struggling to fund your arts integration or STEAM efforts? This episode of Artworks for Teachers busts the myth that there’s no money available and reveals untapped funding sources like Title I, II, and IVa funds, grants, and community partners...
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Season 1
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Episode 117
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22:12
Year on a Page
Ready to start the year with purpose and focus? In this episode of Artworks for Teachers, Susan Riley shares how to kick off the school year by setting powerful goals, simplifying your planning, and staying on track with a single-page overview....
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Season 1
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Episode 116
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37:36
Sparking Curiosity & Creativity through Math
Ever thought math was boring? Cindy Lawrence once felt the same—until she became the Executive Director of the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath), where math is anything but dull. In this episode, Cindy shares her journey from avoiding mat...
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Season 1
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Episode 115
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42:13
Celebrations Discovery Lab
As December unfolds, many of us are holding on for dear life, navigating the complexities of a hectic year and the end-of-year buzz. If you're feeling that way too, you’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into a meaningful and creative way t...
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Season 1
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Episode 114
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18:10
The Power of a Penny
From fun exercises like drawing a penny to strategies that slow down fast-paced thinking, you’ll learn how to help students notice the details they often miss. Tune in for practical tips to boost attention, critical thinking, and engagement—jus...
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Season 1
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Episode 113
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26:52
More Learning, Less Stress
More learning, less stress – sounds impossible, right? Discover how to reclaim your joy for teaching, connect deeply with your students, and eliminate stressors that drain your energy. Dave shares practical tips and relatable insights that will...
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Season 1
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Episode 112
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35:54
The Role of Arts in Human Growth
Guest Genein Letford takes us on a journey through the mind-body connection and how creativity is at the heart of it all. She shares her 16 Diamond Tools for creative thinking, the magic of intercultural creativity, and how music and leadership...
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Season 1
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Episode 111
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37:13
Deepening Understanding through Poetry
What if poetry was more than words? In this episode, we explore poetry as a powerful connector across disciplines, weaving together art, history, and fresh perspectives to deepen student engagement and understanding. Join us to learn creative w...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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33:08
3 Frames for Creative Teaching
As winter settles in, many of us are feeling both the calm and the chaos that come with it. In the classroom, keeping students focused through the holiday buzz is no small feat. If you’re looking for some fresh ways to spark engagement, these 3...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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25:43
Integrating Theatre into Everyday Learning
Discover how integrating theater not only empowers students through collaboration and creativity but also fosters empathy, all while emphasizing the importance of process over product. This episode is sure to inspire educators and arts advocate...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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36:07
Arts Integration Strategies: Taking the Next Step
Susan is back and sharing more practical strategies to engage students, highlighting how to connect current events to classroom learning using the 'Headline Strategy' and the 'Step Inside' strategy to build empathy. Join Susan in creating more ...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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26:15
The Secret to STEAM Success
Discover how a chance tour of a local school led us to create an 8-step system you can use to build your dream STEAM program.
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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29:13
Why Education Needs Rebels (Not Rule Followers)
In this episode, Danny, the Chief Ruckus Maker, shares his inspiring journey as a storyteller and educator. He discusses the importance of creativity and innovation in education, emphasizing the need to challenge traditional practices, and offe...
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Season 1
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Episode 105
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34:12
Curiosity, Culture, and the Future of Innovation
Join culture futurist Theo Edmonds as he reveals how creativity drives innovation and systems change. He introduces Creativity America and the "wonder economy," where creativity is currency, and explains his Creative Brain Capital framework for...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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44:59
The Wild Robot
Tune in this week for an exciting episode featuring Peter Brown, the mastermind behind The Wild Robot, hitting theaters tomorrow! Peter dives into the secrets of the book’s creation, his unique artistic process, and the thrilling adaptation of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 103
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33:23
Math Through the Eyes of an Artist
This week, we're (re-)exploring the powerful connection between math and art with educator Ruth Byrne, using Froebel’s Gifts, a set of hands-on tools designed to foster creativity and mathematical understanding. These manipulatives, originally ...
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24:46
A New Approach to School Leadership
Tired of traditional leadership? Discover Buildership! Learn how to transform your school into a place where every student can thrive. Join us as Dr. Robyn Jackson shares insights, strategies, and real-world examples of schools that have achiev...
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Season 1
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Episode 101
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37:06
Digital Creativity in Education
On this week's episode, educator Adam Hyman shares his unique journey from working with the New York Mets to becoming a seasoned educator and tech innovator. Discover how he brings technology to life in the classroom, keeping students engaged a...
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Season 1
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Episode 100
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34:24
Beyond the Boundaries
In this episode, we chat with Nina Kenny McCray, founder of Arts Without Boundaries, about her mission to bring quality arts education to black and brown children in Philadelphia. Nina shares her journey, the challenges of securing funding, and...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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38:13
Building Confidence for Women in STEAM
In this episode, Haley Haas and Stephanie Kidd explore the crucial role of creativity in STEM fields, sharing personal stories and practical advice. From overcoming imposter syndrome to building a thriving STEAM career, this episode offers inva...
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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41:30
Honoring the Introverts in your Classroom
This week, Susan explores the challenges faced by introverted students in a world that often values extroverted traits, questioning whether this "extrovert ideal" overlooks the valuable contributions of introverted students, who excel in areas ...
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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15:48
Building a Back-to-School Mindset
It's mid-August, which means teachers everywhere are experiencing that familiar mix of excitement and anxiety as back-to-school season quickly approaches. This episode is packed with actionable tips, relatable anecdotes, and a healthy dose of e...
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Season 1
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Episode 96
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28:54