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coloring
By KT

I have taught primary grades for many years and it seems there is always a child or two who do not like to color. A few things, quite by accident, have seemed to encourage them. If I catch them coloring something I will try
to compliment them on their efforts. Also, when I read aloud to the whole class we discuss illustrations and how they add to the story. I try to point out several examples: full page color, bold colors, soft colors, partially colored areas,collages,and pen/ink with no color,but LOTS of detail. Some students can be encouraged to try one of these styles. Often times they will be willing

to add more color...just not into coloring the whole page. I have found, that if I insist, I do not get the quality I desire. So I have learned to give them choices and it becomes a win/win situation. But there are times that we all practice a certain style and they need to go along with it. Learning from other illustrators and experimenting with styles seems to be worthwhile.