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LaurenNotLoren :
Start with pink erasers. They are cheap so it doesn’t matter if they mess them up while learning.
2026-03-15 14:07:39
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KatMannD0 :
Printmaking has a long history with politics/advocacy because of its nature to reproduce and disseminate information. Check out Posada and Goya’s politic works, and have the kids use them as inspo to make a piece that represents a cause important to them.
2026-03-18 00:10:51
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I start with those black scratch papers that are just white underneath. gets them used to "drawing" the white values. then they draw out a rectangle the same shape as their block, draw their subject, then I make them simplify it into shapes of value with a large sharpie. they'll try to add too much detail with a small sharpie so it forces them to simplify their idea in preparation for needing to carve the details. stamp ink pads work well instead of actual ink and a brayer
2026-03-18 20:29:53
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Victoria Cho :
1. If they’re all using the same size block, making laminated registration guides can be helpful for lining up prints and making sure everything is centered/straight. I just made a Google Slides document to be 8.5 x 11 inches (paper sized) and inserted 2 boxes (one for the size of the paper and one for the size of the lino block)
2026-03-15 16:48:48
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Hannah :
I need tips for clean stations! the ink dries slowly and stains everything! what can I do to make it easier for kids to keep the stations clean for the people after them?
2026-03-17 00:42:29
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Heavenhawk91 :
Draw out on newsprint first and it easily transfers to the block by rubbing the back of the paper!
2026-03-15 20:43:12
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MissyMac10 :
I just did this with my 6th graders and I cut it into a square and based it off of Rose Windows. Did a quarter of the circle and printed 4 times using radial balance. Loved it
2026-03-17 23:44:02
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olivia :
they could honestly just do their name! have them put it on a sketchbook or their portfolio and have them come up with a pattern/design for the background— then make one big class poster with their names on it
2026-03-17 02:38:51
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FiliousBonacci :
Use a stamp to create an image by building up the value in say a self-portrait. Better of the stamp relates to the student’s personality
2026-03-21 19:17:43
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Ms.Etters.Art :
Don’t print during a rainy humid season, prints never fully dry. Plan clean up & storage thoroughly. Wet wipes at tables help with messes.
2026-03-17 02:27:47
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Nora :
My 8th graders do reduction Linocuts and they usually turn out great!
2026-03-16 01:03:36
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gym.momma.satt :
whatever subject matter you have them do, have them draw it first on paper, go over in black marker, then make a very dark xerox copy (toner ink only) of their drawing and do an acetone transfer to get the image onto the block. It works so well, especially if there are words or letters on their design.
2026-03-15 16:27:10
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KiKi :
Have them do a test print before they’re totally finished with their carving. They truly do not understand how it’s going to look and this gives them a preview before it’s totally cut. Also, since it prints backwards, use a darker graphite pencil for drawing out the image. Then they can place their drawn image face down on the block and rub the back. The graphite will transfer to the block backwards, so when it is carved and printed the image will appear in the same direction as their original drawing
2026-03-16 02:25:59
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craftincut :
I have a print exchange planned for next year, so I added little blank notebooks to our budget for next year that we will be able to print everyone’s block in and then kids can take them home and remember their classmates’ work as well as their own
2026-03-15 19:32:15
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user4832598067043 :
I did birds with my 5th graders. It’s great because they work on creating the contour and then carve away all the textures. They came out great!
2026-03-16 02:05:07
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Kiowa Minniear357 :
I commented on your Facebook page!! Look at my middle schoolers examples
2026-03-16 01:12:46
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Makergrl :
I do reduction Lino with 8th. Background color, main idea color, detail color.
2026-03-16 09:37:36
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livdoart :
I do juxtaposition with blocks and I recommend have a specific “printing” table to keep
2026-03-16 02:38:28
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Nicky :
The hardest thing for them is to understand what to cut and what to leave. Have them draw and color it in sharpie and say “cut away everything BUT the sharpie.”
2026-04-14 02:06:34
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CARSON💖🎨✏️ :
l do this w 7th and 8th grade. honestly just really really emphasizing safety and how to not cut yourself. We use a graphite transfer technique to flip their design and they have a lot of fun printing
2026-04-12 19:36:19
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Ruby42 :
I used to do radial prints- they carved 1/4 of the design, then rotate 90degrees and print again, then rotate and print/rotate and print to complete
2026-04-13 05:48:00
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fieldandfloralstudio :
I’m always terrified they’re going to slip and cut their other hand even though we talk about hand placement. So I make them wear a winter glove on their non dominant hand so if they do accidentally jab themselves they’re protected:
2026-03-15 17:37:45
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Thompson :
We talk about simple post cards, and some ukiyo-e wood block prints and I usually tie it to the month/season/holiday that we are working in. We emphasize printing multiples, at the end we give all other classmates a signed print so we each have one to collect from each student. When inking we do single and multiple colors too. Also over inking and ghost prints.
2026-03-15 14:29:48
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Mo&Meatball :
I’ve done this twice now and struggled with getting them to add textures. Also you have to really drill cutting away from your hand. Every year I have a few students get cuts (nothing serious thankfully)
2026-03-17 03:33:21
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jsnprior :
Safety first if using linocutters. Demonstrate how their nondominant hand should always be behind or guiding the tool. Have them practice on a small piece in front of you.
2026-03-16 22:19:18
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Norgehonyall :
I love having them make Zentangle Lino cut prints
2026-03-16 15:53:48
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Mickey :
I use styrofoam trays! They’re flimsy but they’re quick and I can get 4 colors before they are like gone haha but they’re cheap and simple to do!
2026-03-15 18:17:46
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