3 Ways a Hand Drawn Resource Adds Tremendous Value to Your Instruction

Have you ever considered using hand drawn resources with your students? In most cases, teachers go for resources that have been digitally drawn and created, and rightfully so. There are many deciding factors, but if I could draw your attention (no pun intended) to using hand drawn resources, it is sure to add tremendous value to your instruction. Here’s how!

3 Ways a Hand Drawn Resource Adds Tremendous Value to Your Instruction

1. It takes the pressure off students to be perfect in their artwork.

More times than not, students are always given assignments that seem “perfect.” It’s something they are most likely used to until they are given activities from a more natural perspective. In this case, hand-drawn activities may seem different but overall it will help them see the assignment from a more relevant point of view. They won’t feel the need to “measure” up to the digitally created resource.

2. Hand drawn work helps students be more engaged.

When students can relate to what they are seeing, they are much more likely to be and stay engaged. In the case of using hand-drawn resources, this helps them truly see the possibility of creating something they are happy with. It can also be used as an encouragement tool from an instruction perspective as well. Reassure your students that they do not have to be an artist to produce good artwork. Their best is all that should ever be required.

3. Using hand drawn material can also help students who may have visual perception issues.

I don’t believe this is talked about or addressed near as much as it should. Students are not all the same, which can mean many of them feel left out and forced to adjust according to what we as teacher have made common. For students with visual perception issues, they may see things a lot differently with digitally created and drawn resources.

However, when using hand-drawn materials, the darker lines will show up much differently on a screen. This is another amazing perk!

Where to Find Hand-Drawn Resources

If you’re looking for hand-drawn resources, I have several in my Teachers Pay Teachers Store. Use these to help implement the ideas mentioned above and to give your students a new visual way to complete art projects.

Final Thoughts

Adding value to your instruction should always be a top goal as an educator. Doing so not only makes your job more meaningful but you will also carry a new attitude about how you teach, per se. From a student’s perspective, you’ll also be able to contribute more to their journey of learning.

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