The main concern of parents and teachers is about transitioning. Getting home from school, logging onto a class in the morning, in between subjects, the list goes on. It was because of these tough transitions that the scratch art cards were designed and created. A fun art activity became a transitional tool and a coping skill!
Read MoreAsking our kids to wear a mask to school all day is causing a lot of distress. “I don’t like it” “It’s not comfy” we’ve heard it all! The truth is that our kids are a part of living history and they are anxious. We are anxious. Wearing these masks can cause various types of anxiety that manifest in different ways. However, their health is number 1. We must help our kids find relief with their anxiety as much as we can. It is not my place to tell you if your child should or should not wear a mask. I am here to share an art therapy directive that I have been using with kids to help ease their anxiety and have some enjoyment with the masks. PLUS, they always know which mask is theirs!
Read MoreI thought since I still had “art” in my life, I was doing okay. The truth is that art therapists often don’t keep up with their art process. It is so important to continue to work on your self and continue your own creating to encourage your self-awareness and prosperity. Participating in Deconstruct It by Start Creative Art Therapy Services provided me with that friendly reminder.
Read MoreI love to do themed art directives for many reasons. It’s festive, fun and the kids love them! But it also allows us to educate, explain, create, and process what to expect on the celebratory occasions. For July 4th, I use art materials to demonstrate how to create fireworks. While the kids are engaging and creating their fireworks you can discuss what they are. Why we have this tradition. What kind of noise they make. If they seem nervous about the loud noises, you can create a plan together on how to make the fireworks a more pleasant experience.
Read MoreThe integration of art therapy in educational settings allows for great possibilities and opportunities to help set our students up for success. Why wait to build coping skills and strategies? Why suffer through uncomfortable social situations? Let our kids learn to connect with themselves, their peers, and our community through art!
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