<p>Research has shown that parents play an enormous role in their children's school success. However, principals and teachers struggle to find ways to get parents more involved. Educator and consultant Michael Sikes shows principals and teachers how to create an arts - rich school that enthusiastically welcomes families and community members, promotes diversity and multicultural appreciation, develops cognitive skills, and engages parents through a myriad of creative activities.<br /><br /> This exciting resource explores all types of creative art programs, including dance, theater, folk art, literature, visual arts, and music. An extensive toolkit, this book not only explores why but how to design and implement an arts program that brings families back to the classroom.<br /><br />Ready - to - use features and strategies are packed into this practical guide</p> <ul> <li>Sample lesson plans and worksheets, including materials lists, step - by - step instructions, and roles for parents and families.</li> <li>Dozens of project and activity ideas tied to national standards.</li> <li>Project assessments and evaluations.</li> <li>&quot;How - to's&quot; for finding community resources and funding.</li> <li>Templates, forms, checklists, surveys, and much more.</li> </ul>School administrators and teachers can use this essential guide for welcoming families into their schools and creating a friendly place where student work is celebrated and parent contributions are embraced and valued. <p></p> <b>Features</b> <ul> <li>Title - Building Parent Involvement Through the Arts.</li> <li>Sub Title - Activities and Projects That Enrich Classrooms and Schools.</li> <li> Authored - Michael Sikes.</li> <li>Primary Author Affiliation - Center for Creative Leadership.</li> <li>Binding - Hardcover.</li> <li>Pages - 168.</li> <li>Publication Date - 24 - Jan - 07.</li> <li>Primary Subject Code - Parent &amp; Fam- SKU: CRWN1525</li> </ul>