Virtual Art for Home
Through art, kids build motor skills, communication, creative thinking and more. With school closed, you may be wondering how to include art instruction at home. Here are some ideas to try.
Coloring Pages from a Local Artist
Coloring reduces stress and anxiety, improves focus and builds creative thinking skills. We’re grateful an amazing local illustrator we’ve, Kelsey King, has shared some of her original coloring pages with us.
Take a Trip to the Virtual Zoo
Just because the zoos and aquariums are closed doesn’t mean you can’t see and learn about animals and sea life from around the world.
Make Time for Storytime
Since schools have been closed, many libraries, authors and even celebrities have been offering virtual storytimes via their websites and social media channels. Here are some of our favorites.
Play Helps Reduce Stress
You may be wondering if your kids are stressed or how this will affect them. To get expert advice on this topic, we reached out to Megan Gunnar, a Regents Professor and Distinguished McKnight University Professor of Child Development at the University of Minnesota. She’s also the chair of the museum’s Research Advisory Council.