Software Review: Family Forest Artists, Authors and Poets CD-ROM

Neat concept, here. The creator, Bruce Harrison, has a theory that (quoting from his press release): "Many millions of living people, probably tens of millions of living people, share 1500's and 1600's ancestors with each of the artists, authors and poets on this disc." Right away visions of really great Unit Studies begin dancing before one's eyes because - let's face it - nothing engages a child's interest as much as learning something that relates directly to his or her own self. If this sounds intriguing, please read my review, visit the Family Forest® website and, if applicable, let us all know of the ways you found to utilize this resource with your students by contacting me.

Today in Art History:

• Auguste Rodin (French sculptor), born in 1840

• Camille Pissarro (French painter), died in 1903