This book is for art teachers looking for a new approach to the traditional lesson. The projects can be used at most grade levels. While the book's organization is content-centered, it is also strongly student-centered. The lessons are based on the elements and principles of design. New skills and techniques are introduced, and most of the lessons can easily incorporate the tenets of discipline-based art education. Each of the lessons enhances the student's individual self-expression and problem-solving ability. Multi-cultural connections are the basis of many of the projects. The book is divided into two parts. Part 1 contains information about managing the art program and includes handouts on developmental characteristics of students as they apply to art; ideas for incorporating art history and appreciation into art and classroom projects; and tips concerning safety practices, special needs students, photographing student work, matting work, bulletin boards, writing lesson plans, sample lesson plans, grant writing, and advice for the substitute teacher. Part 2 is divided into 9 units on various techniques such as projects using paper, drawing materials, ceramics, three-dimensional materials, architecture, painting, and new technology. Directions for each project are on the "student" pages and everything in this book is reproducible and copyright free for an individual classroom. A special feature of this kit is the more than 50 museum photos, both black-and-white and color. (LB)