art and learning

October 24, 2014

6 Ways to Help Your Elementary Student in School

Do you have a bright, capable, intelligent, creative child that struggles in school? Your child may be a visual learner and school is not teaching or measuring the things they’re good at.

October 8, 2014

The Challenge of Reading and Writing

For most kids, a big stack of books can seem intimidating, even dry, especially for visual learners. Visual kids thrive when they are actively involved in the learning process and it needs to include opportunities for them to be creative.

October 4, 2014

How to Draw… an Owl

Bring the sights of fall into your house this weekend with this How to Draw an Owl video. Your children will enjoy learning but even more importantly, they’ll gain confidence that leaves them wanting to do more art.

August 30, 2014

In Case You Missed It…

This past month we covered some very important back to school topics including Back to School Rituals, Parents as Advocates, Back to School Brains. We also share how Visual Learners Can Rule the World, 5 Ways Kids are Winning With Art Class and August Activities! If you missed any, find them here…

August 27, 2014

Five Ways Your Kids Can Win With Art Class!

Art is a universal language. It’s joyful. It’s inclusive. It knows no boundaries. When children make art, they experience the unique satisfaction and joy that making art offers, along with…

August 18, 2014

Back to School Rituals

We had several Back to School rituals that we did religiously, everyone (parents included) was involved and we really cherished this time of year…

August 16, 2014

Is Art ONLY a Fun Activity?

Art, often seen as a fun activity, a reward and an end of week treat, is in fact essential to many of our children. Participation in art and music actually helps kids learn better. It is what helps develop literacy, math and science skills. Along with increased academic abilities…