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Our Sculptures Ourselves Student Book Our Sculptures Ourselves: A New Look at Public Art in Northeast Ohio - Grades 3 - 6. How will this interdisciplinary material help language arts, social studies, and art teachers meet educational mandates?

Christine Petrell Kallevig wrote short articles about nine world-famous artists and their amazing outdoor sculptures in Cleveland, Akron, and Westlake. Then she developed language arts, math, art education, and social studies activities based on each sculpture and required Ohio standards and proficiencies.

Written for all elementary teachers who want to take advantage of lessons taught by these amazing historic local treasures (including non-art majors), the information, fabulous photographs, and thought-provoking activities are arranged in 9 units within an easy-to-use, self-explanatory consumable student booklet (8.5 in. x 11 in.).

Designed to be used once or twice a week during a single nine-week grading period, the activities provide writing practice, fulfill art education requirements, and introduce 20th century Northeast Ohio history, all in one inexpensive, self-contained package. Click here to preview sample pages from the student booklet. And then watch this video. There are 8 others like it on the Our Sculptures Ourselves DVD Slide Show.

The student booklets include:

  • 9 Hands-On Learning Units about these sculptures and artists:
    - Jesse Owens by William McVey
    - Guardians of Traffic by Henry Hering and Frank Walker
    - Caring by William King
    - Fountain of Eternal Life by Marshall Fredericks
    - Free Stamp by Oldenburg and van Bruggen
    - Polymer Tower by Dale Chihuly
    - Portal by Isamu Noguchi
    - Kohl Gate by Albert Paley
    - Westlake Untitled by Harold Balazs.
  • 9 Basic Elements of Art: Line, Light, Color, Form, Balance, Space, Texture, Focal Point, Motion
  • 9 Principles of Design: Proportion, Repetition, Placement, Size, Symmetry, Rhythm, Unity, Economy of detail, Time
  • Writing Proficiency: Daily opportunities to use complete sentences to describe or respond to the public art featured in each unit.
  • Extended Activities: Building, creating, thinking, analyzing, debating, calculating, experimenting, writing songs - all based on reactions to our public art.
  • Research Ideas: Using the public library and internet to learn more.
    • Cover for Slide Show DVD Our Sculptures Ourselves

    Teacher Guides contain answer keys, suggestions for additional books and web sites, and educational objectives for each activity. Click here to find posters, T-Shirts, Tote Bags, Mugs, and prizes to complement your experience with the Our Sculptures Ourselves learning experience.

    The DVD features over 700 additional photographs about the sculptures and artists. It is formatted like a field trip and is the perfect solution for budget-strapped teachers who want closer views and additional information about the sculptures without having to leave the classroom. The DVD is compatible with all DVD players and most newer computers.

    Individual 32-page Student Booklet: $3.99


    Individual 16-page Teacher Guide: $2.99

    DVD Slideshow: $29.99

    Class set: (25 Student Books, 1 Teacher Guide): $89.99

    Deluxe Class set: (25 Student Books, 1 Teacher Guide, 1 DVD): $118.99
    historical novel Carry Me Home Cuyahoga by Christine Petrell Kallevig
    Carry Me Home Cuyahoga is set in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1806. It tells the true story of the first African-American to visit this fledgling pioneer settlement. All of its characters and most of the events occurring in the story were based on accounts obtained from actual historical documents. Fast paced and emotionally charged, Carry Me Home Cuyahoga is told from the point of view of brothers Henry and Alonzo Carter, who wonder how doing the right thing could possibly cause so much trouble. 105 pages, cover art and line illustrations by Jeanette Bill-Cole, printed on recycled acid-free paper. Reading level: Ages 9-12
    ISBN-13: 978-0962876984 Hardcover $16.95

    Storigami DVD Video Discover Storigami by Christine Petrell Kallevig BOOKS and DVD'S
    The best way to discover more about Storigami, the fascinating storytelling technique where stories are illustrated by the progressive folds of easy origami models, is to read Christine Petrell Kallevig's Storigami books or watch her perform in Discover Storigami! DVD. It features 31 minutes of a live school performance and is a perfect souvenir for students and families who attend one of Christine Kallevig's storytelling presentations. This DVD demonstrates three different types of Storigami, so it's also a great way for program organizers to see how Storigami actually works. Compatible with all DVD players and most newer computers. $19.95
    Using Storigami in schools is not only fun and entertaining, but several basic learning skills are also enhanced. Satisfy your curiosity! Download more information about the educational, developmental, and emotional benefits of combining origami and stories.

    Storigami book Holiday Folding Stories Storytelling and Origami Together for Holiday Fun by Christine Petrell Kallevig Holiday Folding Stories: Storytelling and Origami Together for Holiday Fun is popular with children, storytellers, recreation leaders, paperfolders, and elementary teachers. 9 original holiday stories for all ages are combined with the progressive folds of 9 easy origami models. Includes Columbus Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Easter, May Day, and Mother's Day. Photos, completely illustrated instructions, extended activities, and historic holiday facts are all indexed for easy use. 96 pages.
    ISBN-13: 978-0962876912 $11.50

    Seeing is believing! Watch a video of a fold-along origami story that author and professional storyteller Christine Petrell Kallevig presented at a recent teacher workshop.

    Storigami book Fold Along Stories Quick and Easy Origami Tales for Beginners by Christine Petrell Kallevig Fold-Along Stories: Quick and Easy Origami Tales For Beginners has 12 very short stories are illustrated by the progressive folding steps of 12 very easy origami models. Completely illustrated folding instructions are placed side-by-side with story text for ease of use by kids, teachers, librarians, camp directors, or anyone else who loves to tell a good story or learn to fold origami. Story themes are diverse with styles ranging from tall tales to modern fables. Designed for use with groups composed of mixed ages, these stories will entertain as they teach simple paper folding techniques. Illustrations, photographs, presentation guidelines, index, 80 pages. ISBN-13: 978-0962876998 $12.50

    E-Book Version Now Available! When your payment is received, you will be emailed a complete PDF version of Fold Along Stories Quick and Easy Origami Tales for Beginners that you can read and store on your computer. Adobe Reader Required. Only $6.99 (FREE Freight)
    Disc Version of Fold-Along Stories E-Book: $7.99 plus regular postage and handling fees.
    Storigami DVD Video Home for Christmas by Christine Petrell Kallevig
    StoryWatcher's Club: Christmas features live storytelling performances by four nationally known professional storytellers. Christine Kallevig performs Home For Christmas from her book, Holiday Folding Stories. The other storytellers are Mary Jo Huff, Kevin Cordi, and Michael R. Kasony-O'Malley. Each story is unique and uplifting, with emphasis placed on the true meaning of Christmas. Check out the review in the October 2006 issue of School Library Journal.$19.95

    Click HERE to see all the awards the StoryWatchers DVD Series has won!

    Storigami DVD Video by Christine Petrell Kallevig StoryWatcher's Club: Keys To Imagination features live storytelling performances by five nationally known professional storytellers. Christine Kallevig performs three origami stories, including Penny's Paper Pocket from her book, All About Pockets and The Best Stories from her book, Fold-Along Stories. Although it's designed for young children, viewing this award-winning DVD satisfies your curiosity about how origami and stories come together as Storigami. Special features also include puppetry, music, humor, and a comprehensive discussion about the educational benefits of storytelling. The other storytellers are Charlotte Battin, Kevin Cordi, Barbara Schutzgruber with her amazing string stories, and The Story Peddlers. $19.95

    Early childhood storytelling book All About Pockets by Christine Petrell Kallevig
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    All About Pockets: Storytime Activities for Early Childhood     is 128 pages full of ideas on how to use pockets in classrooms! This is the most comprehensive guide available for how to use a simple, everyday pocket in storytelling, math activities, language development, creative dramatics, and enhancement of motor skills. It includes annotations and cross-references for 85 different picture story books that feature pockets in some way, as well as pocket poems, pocket stories, pocket songs, pocket games, pocket finger plays, pocket patterns, and reproducible illustrations for crafts or flannel board props. It's all about pockets, all about pocket play, and all about fun! Recommended for teachers of children ages 3 - 7, especially those who love to combine learning with laughter.

    Watch a video of a sample Pocket lesson from an early childhood teacher workshop.

    ISBN-13: 978-0962876967 reg. $9.95 - Now $7.46


    Children's novel Please Pass Grandma's Leg by Christine Petrell Kallevig SAVE 20% NOW!
    Please Pass Grandma's Leg - AKA: The Case of the Sacked Potatoes.
    This is a best seller during Christine's Kallevig's author visits to schools. It's a wacky mystery that opens with 6th-grader Roland "WeeWee" Weedervich horrified by catching his electronic-hat-wearing grandma showing off her artificial leg to unsuspecting shoppers at the mall. The trouble is, these unsuspecting shoppers just happen to be the snobbiest and most popular kids from Roland's school. Fortunately for him and unfortunately for her, Crystal Nellson's problems are even worse. Despite his ongoing difficulties with juvenile diabetes, the illegal antics of his bad-mannered beagle, and the embarrassing escapades of his bizarre family, Roland is rewarded with true friendship as he helps Crystal solve The Case of the Sacked Potatoes. For readers age 9 - 12. ISBN-13: 978-0962876936 Reg. $9.95 - Now $7.96

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