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15 Simple Indoor Activities to Get Students Up and Moving
Your students are full of energy, and they need time and space to run, play and burn off that excess energy. Find creative ways to get students moving.

3 Quick Activities to Help Students Transition from Classroom to After School
Read about activities that help students “get their wiggles out” and recharge for the fun learning experiences you have planned.

5 Ways to Prep New Program Staff for the School Year
Empowering school staff to prep for a new school year.

7 Must-Have Art Books to Foster Student Creativity
Art books are some of the best tools for fostering student creativity.

10 Recruitment Strategies That Will Boost Program Participation
Afterschool programs provide a safe space for students to learn, explore and have fun once the school day ends.

Explore Art on a Larger Scale
Every child makes tie-dye shirts, macaroni necklaces, playdough volcanoes, and some sort of handprint art when exploring art in their classes.

Building Children’s Resilience for Stronger Social-Emotional Health
Resilience helps children (and adults) recover from or adjust to misfortune, bounce back, and overcome odds.

Teaching Kids About the World through Art
Global awareness is a critical twenty-first-century skill.