Learn how to create a Summer Schedule that kids (and parents) will enjoy! My daughter just finished a successful year of kindergarten. My husband and I both firmly believed that having good routines in place at home helped contribute to … Read More
Category Archives: Social Emotional Learning
Mindfulness & Self-Care – Fun Wellness Ideas for Kids
When I’m not here at S&S being my crafty self, I’m also a Reiki Master practitioner. It’s important we lead by example for our youth and make self-care a priority by consistently taking time for ourselves each day in effort … Read More
24 Ways to Get Creative with Wiggly Eyes – Ideas by Crafty Kate
Did you hear the Big News? Crafty Kate is Back! What!? That is just Bananas! I’m Crafty Kate here at S&S Worldwide, and I’m back in action and excited to share these super fun and silly ideas using a basic … Read More
12 Resources for Bullying Awareness & Prevention
It is important to introduce and reinforce bullying prevention through engagement in classrooms, after school programs and other youth organizations during the entire year. October has been recognized as National Bullying Prevention Month, to specifically highlight this growing issue during … Read More
Everyone Fits In Here – DIY Puzzle Activity for Inclusive Fun
Spreading the message that everyone fits in and is accepted is an important part of any program, whether you are working with children or young adults. This DIY puzzle idea is a great way for you to let your group … Read More
5 Tips for Incorporating Social Emotional Learning in Your Program
As educators and youth development leaders, some of the most important things we can teach to the kids we work with are learning how to manage emotions and interact with others. Social emotional learning (SEL) addresses children’s ability to learn … Read More
Spreading Kindness and Positivity Through Art Therapy
At S&S Worldwide, we love to highlight stories of organizations we sponsor to share their mission and help inspire others. This story from an organization called Jewish Family Services has truly inspired us and we hope to help spread their … Read More
Anti-Bullying Craft Activity – Empowering Kids to Advocate for A Cause
Bullying Prevention Month in October is the perfect opportunity to teach children the importance of not only being aware and empathetic of social issues like bullying, but also the importance of advocating for them. Whether you are a teacher, afterschool … Read More
How to Make a DIY Puppet Theater for Kids
This DIY Puppet Theater can be used for many different themes in the classroom, afterschool, daycare, and other educational programs. Kids can learn storytelling, role playing, self expression, and more. It is great to use in categories such as Youth … Read More
Bullying Prevention Using Dramatic & Cooperative Play
Bullying Prevention Month is a campaign that is truly important to me and the entire S&S team. I genuinely enjoy coming up with new and creative ways that kids can use our products to gain a greater understanding of what … Read More