October marks the return of The Big Draw. A brilliant, worldwide festival that champions the joy of drawing, creativity and visual literacy.
It’s the perfect opportunity to inspire pupils, staff and families to pick up a pencil (or brush, or chalk!) and express themselves. With Frog, you can bring this celebration to life both in and out of the classroom.
Drawing is more than just an art activity; it helps children develop problem-solving and communication skills, boosts confidence and wellbeing and gives them a mindful break away from screens.
The Big Draw and Frog
Your Frog platform offers simple, engaging ways to showcase creativity across the school community:
Journals
Encourage pupils to document their drawing projects, from first sketches to finished pieces by uploading them directly to Frog. Journals provide a space for reflection and give teachers and parents a window into their creative process.
Timelines
Share artwork across class or school timelines. This creates a vibrant gallery of contributions and helps build excitement as pupils see their work celebrated alongside their peers. Need a refresh on how it works? Check out the Site Timelines guide.
Parent Engagement
Use Frog's communication tools to share highlights with families. Parents love seeing their children’s creative work, and it can inspire them to continue activities at home – whether that’s a family sketch session or doodling together after dinner.
Taking The Big Draw Home
The creativity doesn’t have to stop at the school gates! Families can join in by setting aside a no-screen evening to draw together, using simple prompts shared via Announcements in Frog as inspiration. Home creations can then be celebrated on class or school timelines, showing pupils that their efforts beyond the classroom are just as valued.
By using Frog to connect classrooms, families and creative energy, schools can make The Big Draw a shared experience. It’s a chance to celebrate not only artistic skills but also imagination, community, and wellbeing.
If you would like any help in getting a site or pages set up for the Big Draw, just reach out!
