11 August Activities to do as a Family
August is here the new school year is about to begin, if it hasn’t already. Take some time as a family to try some new activities!
- Gather Flowers: The August flower is the Gladiolus. The meaning of the August Birth Flower is…







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Art, often seen as a fun activity, a reward, and an end of week treat, is in fact essential to many of our learners. Participation in art and music actually helps these kids learn better. It is what helps them develop literacy, math and science skills. Along with increased academic abilities, the arts help…
In case you missed a story earlier this month here are some of the highlights. I shared how to Make Reading a Big Adventure, Mental Fitness for Kids, Summer Fun Activities and more…
Albert Einstein was a genius. Did you know he was also a right brain and VISUAL thinker?
Art has special significance to children because it is a visual, tactile medium that meets children in their learning need. Young Rembrandts uses art to develop learning skills that are essential to all young children.
In 1988 I started a business with a very clever name – Bette’s Art Classes.
There are visible academic and art benefits for children that participate in our program. Young Rembrandts’ students have fun while developing fundamental art literacy and improved academic abilities.
I live in a bubble. A lovely bubble. And every once in awhile I am reminded just how lovely it is. My most recent reminder came last week at the Young Rembrandts Annual Conference, where I spent three days with the most joyful, determined, passionate group of individuals.