The EduCraft® Kaleidoscopes Craft Kit is one of our most popular craft kits. It makes 25 kaleidoscopes that rotate to make spectacular patterns. This is a great group activity for the classroom, afterschool, or at any educational program. View the instructions below, along … Read More
As a part of the Colchester Connecticut community, S&S is proud to highlight the efforts of a small group right here in our town. Michelle Noehren shares the efforts of a group called Colchester is Kind. It’s so easy to spread … Read More
Destination Imagination (DI) is a non-profit experiential learning organization dedicated to preparing students for the future through hands-on science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM) and social entrepreneurship Challenges. Students work together in teams to solve one of our … Read More
Objective: To enhance children’s visual art and writing through the use of tissue paper Age: 5+ Time: 30-45 minutes (writing varies) Grades: Kindergarten + Materials: Elmer’s Glue or white liquid glue Small container Brush Tissue paper Construction paper Scissors Marker … Read More
For this back-to-school season, consider planning a special intergenerational event to unite your residents with their school-aged grandkids. Here are a few ideas from notjustbingo.com for you to choose from. 1. Kindergarten Skills Training Get the kindergarteners ready for school … Read More
The S&S Worldwide team is proud to be the sponsor of the National Afterschool Association Next Generation Award for Afterschool for 2017. We are honored to highlight the nominees and winners for their accomplishments and dedication to the afterschool community. Here … Read More
In honor of National Parks and Recreation Month in July, and also National Parks Month in August, I wanted to share an experience I had this summer that I believe can make a difference to many generations of students. This … Read More
Objective: To visually inspire writing through textured resist art mediums Age: 5+ Time: 30-45 minutes (writing varies) Grades: Kindergarten + Materials: Colored Masking tape White glue Watercolor paper Watercolor paint & brushes Crayons Pencils Lined paper Lesson for Crayon & … Read More
Strengthening Your Grant Proposal – Emulate Successful Programs The grant proposals with the greatest chance of being funded are the ones the grant readers believe have the best chance of being successfully implemented. In other words, if you are able … Read More
Field trips to the pool and pool parties are a big part of summer fun for kids. Although we have pool noodles and endless beach balls here at S&S, we wanted to help introduce you to some fun pool activity ideas … Read More
