Abrakadoodle salutes Lezlee Hustad and her terrific team of teachers for kicking off an outstanding summer of learning and arty adventures for the kids she serves in her community. Abrakadoodle of South Metro Suburbs MN provides art classes and camps at schools and community sites throughout Burnsville, Savage, Prior Lake, Shakopee, Chaska, Chanhassen, Apple Valley,…
One of the first things that young children begin to learn is how they are part of a community. They learn they are part of a family, part of their preschool class, part of their school and then part of the community they live in. Hands-on art activities that introduce children to different cultures from…
“I believe that art is important, beautifying the world around us,” remarked Veronica Jones, Art Teacher, Abrakadoodle of Prince William County. She took the lead in a special project to transform a space for children and adults with special needs. “A colorful, welcoming space can help spark creativity and beckon children to learn,” Ms. Jones…
What better way to demonstrate the importance placed on the creative thinking of children than by prominently displaying their art work! Teachers who organize art shows know the positive impact it can have on a student’s self-esteem. They know how it can build self-confidence and help students express themselves. These creative teachers also know that…
Imagine a group of children learning about the stars! Did you know that stars come in different sizes and colors? Did you know that the sun is a star that provides light and heat to the earth? Did you know that the sun is a big ball of gas that spins? Wow! Now imagine a…
Children are naturally curious and love to explore, and the right type of instruction can propel great learning experiences. Initiating their own playful experiences in which students have choices and are given the freedom to explore those choices are at the root of powerful learning for young children. Intentional teachers who provide guided support balanced with…
Abrakadoodle is so proud to announce that original art created by Zaria Brown and Jade Louis, fifth grade students of Mary Duran (Abrakadoodle-Detroit art instructor) at University Prep Academy Elementary School in Detroit have been selected for the 2019-2020 Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Exhibit housed in the Michigan Department of Education Office. The display…
