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10 Bullet Journal Tools to Wow Your Teen
A bullet journal is a great time-organizational tool that has helped my kids manage their schedules. I love to encourage anything that keeps them creative and productive. This week I’m sharing gift ideas for teens. I’ve been polling the teens in my life and gathering intel on what they’d love to receive. Yesterday I shared 10…
Read MoreMaking Art With Chalk: Hands-On Learning Stations
Chalk is the best art medium if you’re looking for some hands-on play. It’s easy to work with, forgiving for beginner artists, and so much fun to create with. The materials are inexpensive, and kids will have fun for hours. Sure you might have some messy kids in the end, but the joy of getting…
Read MoreOrigami Creations: Hands-On Learning Stations
The ancient art of origami has fascinated me for a long time. I love the beautiful origami creations that you can make with a simple piece of paper. Kids love making them as well. It’s a great exercise in following directions, and a challenge to see if you can complete the task. I’m focusing on…
Read MoreDrawing Books: Hands-On Learning Stations
Drawing is not just about making beautiful works of art. Drawing cultivates observation, precision, fine-motor skills, patience, persistence, and a love for beauty to name a few. Frequently, kids can resist learning to draw because they believe they don’t have any natural talent. Practice doesn’t always make perfect, but it does make progress. That’s what giving…
Read MoreMixing With the Masters – Famous Artists Inspired Projects
The arts are typically overlooked in our society. They’re treated as a extra item even though they have a profound impact on how we view the world. Artists and musicians express the philosophies of their time. They communicate what can’t be put into words. As I equip my children to engage with the world, I…
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