Stubborn kids can be difficult, and far too often they fall into the mindset where their first idea is their only idea. Andrew is always looking for new ideas to get past this mindset, and today he goes to former AOE writer Melissa Purtee for advice. Melissa talks about her experiences and the differences she sees between teaching elementary and secondary (4:45), what happens in your room when kids start to "get it" (9:00), and how to get kids past their fears and coming into art with an open mind (13:30).

Resources and Links:

• Melissa will be presenting "When Kids Can't, Won't, or Don't" at the Art Ed Now conference in February: www.artednow.com
• Check out all of Melissa's articles
• You can see her personal blog here: http://www.thoughtsonarting.com/