New thinking about doodling

Research has long shown that art benefits children in many ways. Art education opens children’s minds and helps them become more tolerant. It also improves student’s academic performance and helps them develop the skills needed for the 21st century workplace – critical thinking, creative problem solving, effective communication, teamwork and more. New research published February…

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Creative Children’s Art Welcomes President Obama

Art is a wonderful tool for children’s self-expression, and art students at participating Abrakadoodle locations nationwide shared their patriotism and visions for America as part of a colorful welcome for President Barack Obama. Some students learned about the art of Jasper Johns as an inspiration for their art. They learned about Pop Art, encaustic painting…

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