How do I teach art at home? As a parent or a homeschool parent you might be wondering how to teach art. It can be hard to find time to teach art. There is often a focus on math or reading and writing and I get it if you can teach your kids math and how to read and write are extremely important! As a teacher and a mom, I totally understand! But teaching art at home is also important art gives kids so many important skills that are transferable not only to a career in the art but beyond!