Educator Resources

Art Library

Access books, videos, DVDs, teacher resource center and more at the KIA Art Library.

Children's Books About Art Museums

Read a fun book to set the stage for your visit to the art museum.

Educator Packets

View or download PDF files of educator packets.

Michigan Curriculum Connections

(View or download PDFs of Michigan GLECs and benchmarks and standards)
KIA Tours help teachers meet address these curriculum benchmarks:
Elementary Arts Standards and Benchmarks (PDF)

Middle School Arts Standards and Benchmarks (PDF)

High School Arts Standards and Benchmarks (PDF)

K-8 English Language Arts GLCEs (PDF)

High School English Language Arts Standards and Benchmarks (PDF)

Museum Manners & Chaperone Guidelines for School Groups

Prepare for your visit by reviewing this handout (PDF) with students and chaperones.

How to Plan an Engaging Art Museum Visit

Find great information for anyone visiting with young children! (PDF)

Exhibitions of Student Art

Young Artists of Kalamazoo County celebrates K-8 art programs in area schools. Kalamazoo County art teachers or administrators should email or call (269) 349-7775 ext. 3162 contact for details on how to participate.

High School Area Show is an annual juried competition for high school artists in a 9-county area of southwest Michigan offering cash and scholarship awards from Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University.

High School Portfolio Day

Juniors and seniors meet with admissions officers from Midwest art schools, colleges, and universities. Students must register through their art teacher. An annual October event. Email us for information.

Art Appreciation Talks at your Site

Check out available topics here.

Art School Classes and Scholarships

Check here for information on classes and scholarships for children, teens, and adults.

Special Programs

KIA staff can design professional development sessions for your staff. Email us to discuss your needs and interests.

Educator Email Newsletter

Sign up to receive our educator email newsletter here.

Useful Links for Art Educators

Kalamazoo RESA Education for the Arts Programs and resources for Kalamazoo County Schools.

ArtsConnectEd Outstanding Art Education Site

BUBL LINK Catalog of Internet Resources

Getty Museum Resources for Educators

Smarthistory Multi-media Web-book Short videos on art history topics

Visit the KIA Art Library online or in person for more resources!