They symbolize creation and life itself. Each spring, eggs are dyed a multitude of colors, their dazzling shades capturing the eye of those who display them, hunt for them or offer them as gifts during the Easter holiday. The tradition of dyeing eggs takes us to medieval kitchens. People created …
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Integrating the Arts Into Your Child’s Education
Your friend puts you in charge of party decorations because she claims she’s “not artistic.” When we categorize ourselves as creative or not creative—left-brained or right-brained—we simplify the processes in the brain that are really quite complex and often not isolated to one area of the brain. Despite what …
Read More »Holiday DIY: Valentine’s Day Heart Garland
I feel strongly that crafting and creating is a win-win for parents and children. If there’s one thing that I learned from being a mom is that kids want nothing more but to spend quality time with you. Add some crafting fun to it, and you’ve created memorable holiday …
Read More »Arts & Crafts Made Easy 7 Subscription Boxes to Boost Kids’ Curiosity and Creativity
After a year of painting, building and making at home, even the most artistic kids may be feeling less than inspired now. Art subscription boxes, which include everything little artists need to complete a project, are a fun and easy way to jump-start their curiosity and creativity. Plus, what kid …
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