FAQs

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Yes — it is aligned with National Standards for Visual Arts, many state visual arts standards, and supports integration with Common Core language arts, math, and science standards.
- Complete visual arts curriculum (12 lessons per grade K–8)
- Access to online tutorials (videos, downloads, teaching aids)
- Webinar/in-person or virtual training
- Ongoing school support via school liaison
- Option to purchase lesson-specific art materials (ARTboxes, Paper Plus boxes, etc.)
- ARTboxes: Program-specific art supplies (e.g., paper, paints)
- Paper Plus Boxes: Consumables, templates, visual aids
- You can contact sales for a full materials list per grade.
You have flexibility.
Schools can teach however many of the 12 lessons as their schedule allows. However, lessons are designed sequentially, so skipping many may affect scaffolding of skills across grades.
Typically 45–90 minutes. Some schools teach in one block (60 min) or split into two 45-minute periods. We also provide ideas for integrating parts of lessons into other subjects.

Classroom teachers, art teachers, or parent volunteers can teach.
After subscribing, teachers/volunteers access training (in-person or online) to prepare.
- The school appoints an Art in Action Coordinator (teacher/parent)
- That coordinator recruits docents through school communications
- Volunteers attend group training (in-person or webinar)
- Training covers how to facilitate discussions, lead demonstrations, manage materials, and integrate with curricula
- Training is not required but helpful, and each lesson has a video on how to teach that lesson
- Learn guided discussion techniques (how to ask interpretive questions, facilitate observations)
- Practice sketching, drawing, and clay techniques
- Understand various art mediums and mini projects
- Strategies for classroom setup, cleanup, and storage
- Tips for weaving art into other subject areas

The annual subscription covers:
- Right to use the Art in Action curriculum for selected grades / classrooms
- Access to online resources, training workshops, and support
- Option to purchase additional materials or customized training
Yes, you may purchase individual programs (K-8) rather than full package.
Contact our sales team for pricing details.
Yes — many schools, afterschool programs, and organizations use our lessons outside core school hours (e.g. with Boys & Girls Clubs). Contact us for details.
Pricing depends on number of classrooms, grades, and whether you purchase materials. Please refer to our products page or reach out for a customized quote.
Funding often comes from district curriculum budgets, PTA/PTOs, CA Prop 28 or school foundations. Many schools also seek external grants or use our Scholarship program.
Yes — occasionally we offer grants to qualifying schools and run a Art in Action Scholarship program. Contact our team to see if your school is eligible.

- Call: (650) 566-8339
- Email: sales@artinaction.org (for sales)
  info@artinaction.org (for general questions)
  elizabeth@artinaction.org (for customer support)
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Suite 24A, Redwood City, CA 94063
Our programs serve over 255 schools nationwide.
Yes — learn more about our Referral Program.
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