“I can’t draw,” “I’m not good at music,” and “I’m not clever,” are common personal declarations, as if creativity were a characteristic someone either does – or does not – possess. Our culture often makes it seem like there are “the creatives” (think Mad Men and entire departments dedicated to the creative few in advertisement agencies) and […]
Why All of Us Could Use More Recess
We hear it in the news nearly every day. School budget cuts, over-crowded classrooms and the need to “optimize” learning in schools. So what are the first programs to go in a school budget cut? You guessed it: recess, art, physical education and music programs. Unfortunately, these cuts are having an impact on an entire […]
Jump Start Your Creativity
Spring has finally arrived. It’s time to get outside and play! Whether you’re inspired by the bright colors, fresh smells, sight or sounds, there are tons of fun ways to play outdoors. April is a great time to fully embrace new beginnings. We can’t imagine a better event to celebrate Mother Nature with Earth Day […]