Through its teacher and school programs, the Yale Center for British Art strives to enrich teachers' and students' understanding of works of art. These programs provide opportunities to engage actively with works of art, stimulate inquiry and discussion, and foster critical looking and thinking skills. Classes may choose guided thematic tours of paintings and sculpture in the permanent collection and special exhibitions, work with education staff to design tours to meet specific needs, or visit the museum on their own. In addition, tours for small groups can take place in the collections of prints, drawings, and rare books. Consider scheduling a series of class visits. Multiple visits offer students an opportunity to build upon past looking experiences and to explore topics in greater depth.