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Paula Liz
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Jan 24
I still can't believe I had the honor of authoring "Be A Creative Changemaker." Be sure to check out this Kids' Art Activity Book inspired by the amazing life stories of diverse artists from around the world! www.quarto.com/books/978076...
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Jun 16
I’m so excited to share that I FINALLY finished a painting this past week that I started over a year ago! 😅

'Welcome Home.' Oil and collage on Panel. 20"x16"
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National Art Education Association @naea-arteducators.bsky.social · Apr 23
NAEA seeks nominations for Middle Level and Supervision and Administration Division Commissioners on the NAEA Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) Commission. Nominations are due by May 19! Learn more here: www.arteducators.org/equity-diver...
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Apr 11
I recently completed a comprehensive unit plan for my Community Puppets lesson, which I have received many questions about over the years. If you're looking for a fun and creative project for your classroom, I invite you to check it out: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Comm...
Community Puppets: Unit Plan, PPT, Handouts, Rubrics, Resources, and More!
Students will explore the important roles that community helpers play in our daily lives. Through class discussions and creative thinking, they will choose a community helper they admire-such as a fir...
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National Art Education Association @naea-arteducators.bsky.social · Apr 4
On March 20, President Trump signed an executive order directing the closure of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). Prior to this order, the U.S. Department of Education announced mass layoffs, firing approximately 1,300 staff members.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 31
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 30
I’m so grateful that this book is making a difference in the world.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey! Let's continue to imagine and create the change we need in the world. 💖
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 30
At a time when diverse voices and history are being systemically erased in museums across the U.S., it’s reassuring to know that some institutions still recognize the importance of amplifying diverse voices and artists. Representation matters. These stories matter.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 30
It’s incredibly rewarding to know the amazing artists featured in this book have their stories showcased in such a monumental space.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 30
Life is full of highs and lows, but today I want to share a highlight that truly made my heart soar.

Someone sent me a photo of "Be A Creative Changemaker" on display at the Tate Modern and I couldn’t be more honored! 🥰
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
No matter what they say, we must not be silenced. As art educators, we have the power and responsibility to teach the WHOLE truth.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
When we tell the truth — when we showcase the full spectrum of those who created, shaped culture, and made history — those who have long held power often feel threatened.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
Now, just as institutions have recently begun to correct these historical omissions, this executive order seeks to reverse that progress.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
This motivation inspired me to write "Be a Creative Changemaker," which aims to provide kids and teachers access to some of the artists and stories I never had growing up. www.quarto.com/books/978076...
Be a Creative Changemaker: A Kids' Art Activity Book
Be a Creative Changemaker: A Kids' Art Activity Book introduces kids to 25 amazing artists through their biographies and hands-on activities inspired by their work.
www.quarto.com
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
That absence of representation stayed with me. It drove me to become an art educator committed to changing the traditional art history narrative. I made it my mission to include artists from the global majority in every lesson, even when resources were limited.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
In college, I was introduced to the work of Pepon Osorio, a Puerto Rican artist whose powerful installations are now featured in the Smithsonian — in the very exhibition this executive order tries to undermine.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
I remember going to the library and searching online for more information, specifically about Puerto Rican artists, but I found nothing. This was only 20 years ago.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
It wasn't until high school that I discovered a Latina artist, Frida Kahlo, which changed everything for me. It was the first time I encountered someone whose identity even slightly resembled mine in the art world.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
I know what that erasure feels like. As a child, I never saw myself reflected in the artists I learned about. The art displayed in classrooms and the content in books consistently implied that artists did not look or think like me.
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 29
It seeks to revert us to a version of history where only certain voices are allowed to speak and only specific stories are told. This is not about "sanity"; it is about erasing and silencing the full truth.
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National Art Education Association @naea-arteducators.bsky.social · Mar 13
NAEA Signs on to Department of Education Protection Act: www.arteducators.org/advocacy-pol...
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 9
📌‼️‼️UPDATE 2: After initially restoring our website, Google has yet again removed pages. Since our website was built as a Google Site, we are looking into alternatives. We will likely need help in the process. Please join our mailing list for updates.‼️‼️
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 8
I shared an update that our presentation links to the URL for the Me & White Supremacy book, which appears to have been taken over by a phishing site. This is why Google "flagged" it even in a personal acct. If your acc is owned by an org (ie. school) they can flag items to remove on their own
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 8
I hope that art teachers will find this book to be a valuable resource for honoring these remarkable artists by amplifying their stories and introducing their work to students in the classroom.

Who are some of your favorite women artists to share with students? Share them in the comments below!
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 8
While you may not recognize all their names, these artists transformed history and paved the way for others. In writing their biographies, my goal was to share their stories in a way that honors their legacies while also making them relatable and understandable for young artists today.
Be a Creative Changemaker: A Kids' Art Activity Book
Be a Creative Changemaker: A Kids' Art Activity Book introduces kids to 25 amazing artists through their biographies and hands-on activities inspired by their work.
www.quarto.com
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Paula Liz @paulaliz.bsky.social · Mar 8
This International Women's Day, let's celebrate the many incredible women artists whose stories have too often been overlooked in art curriculums. In writing "Be a Creative Changemaker" I wanted to highlight a few of these groundbreaking creatives. Out of the 25 artists featured, 17 are women.
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