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Everyday Art: How to Create Art with Easy-to-Find Objects

Everyday Art: How to Create Art with Easy-to-Find Objects

Some of the most amazing art can be made with everyday objects like cardboard, pipe cleaners and toothpicks.

What You Need to Know About the NAA HEPA Standards for OST Programs

What You Need to Know About the NAA HEPA Standards for OST Programs

High-quality after-school programs have evolved to support whole-child development, teaching students healthy behaviors that will carry on into adulthood.

7 Ways to Prepare for Seamless Art Making

7 Ways to Prepare for Seamless Art Making

Seven ways to ensure the art-making experience is fun for students and seamless for you.

5 Simple Ways to Support your Shy Students

5 Simple Ways to Support your Shy Students

Some students are outspoken and eager, but others may be shy and rarely raise their hand to answer questions.

How to Build Healthy Self-Esteem in your Students

How to Build Healthy Self-Esteem in your Students

Build healthy self-esteem in your students.

How to Build Your Program Budget

How to Build Your Program Budget

Running a high-quality after-school program costs nearly $4,000 per student.

How to Use YPAR to Engage Middle Schoolers in Your Program

How to Use YPAR to Engage Middle Schoolers in Your Program

Engaging middle schoolers can be a challenge for afterschool programs.

How to Teach Problem-Solving Skills to Students

How to Teach Problem-Solving Skills to Students

Learning how to make sound decisions is an essential life skill for students.

How to Explore Science with Young Students

How to Explore Science with Young Students

Science learning begins with curiosity, and young children are naturally very curious.

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