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
By James Doyle, National Afterschool Association Next Generation 2017 Award Winner As a sponsor of the National Afterschool Association Next Generation Award for Afterschool for 2017, we are recognizing the nominees and winners for their dedication to afterschool. It’s an average … Read More
If you have an extra 15 minutes you can accomplish three things in your classroom: Calm yourself and your students Engage them in a story Become more physically fit You can accomplish all of this through Storytelling Yoga. It combines … Read More
