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Valentine’s Day Tinker Tray

February 5, 2016 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Valentine's Day Tinker Tray

Against the backdrop of winter in New Jersey, the bright red and pink hearts brighten our days as we usher in Valentine’s Day. While this celebration has its roots in Christianity, the exchange of paper cards has been taking place for over one hundred years. At Mommy University, we love a fun celebration yet we … [Read more…]

Posted in: Arts and Crafts, Child Development, Education, Holidays and Celebrations, Homeschool Activities, The Arts Tagged: Arts and Crafts, kids and art, learning through play, sensory learning, tinker trays, Valentine's Day

State of the Art: How to Make Your Own Art Wall

October 15, 2015 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
How to Make an Art Wall

Whether your children are in daycare, homeschooled, or traditional school, they will come home with art. Some of it will impress you and be pieces you cherish and others you will attempt to discard in the garbage like a ninja in the quiet of the night. There are various ways to preserve the artwork long … [Read more…]

Posted in: Parenting, The Arts Tagged: Arts and Crafts, kids and art

Brain Boosting Art Toys from Toy Fair

April 30, 2015 by Monica Atkins 2 Comments
Art Toys from Toy Fair

“Every child is an artist.” -Pablo Picasso Children may gravitate to drawing, painting, knitting or even cooking and there are many toys that help introduce or further explore this world of possibility.  Every child is an artist and every artist should have tools to expand their craft. We are providing a sampling of toys that … [Read more…]

Posted in: Arts and Crafts, Learning Through Play, The Arts, Toy and Game Reviews Tagged: Arts and Crafts, kids and art, Spin Master

Road Trip Review: The Crayola Experience

October 10, 2014 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Road Trip ReviewThe Crayola Experience

This is not a sponsored post. Crayola is not just a brand but an icon in childhood and creativity! Most of us had Crayola products as part of our childhood homes or used it to create our initial artistic endeavors and so will our children. As a resident of New Jersey, I have easy access … [Read more…]

Posted in: Family Travel, The Arts, Travel Tagged: Family Travel, kids and art, road trip

Drawing the Line: Encouraging a Love of Art

September 18, 2014 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Encouraging a love of Art

During a college internship, I was visiting the Museum of Modern Art with a friend who is an artist. At the time, I couldn’t tell you the difference between Monet or Matisse. We were in an exhibit on Bonnard, a French painter, who was known for hidden elements in his paintings. I watched a father … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, The Arts Tagged: art classes for kids, Benefits of Art, kids and art

Benefits of Art: What art teaches our children?

September 4, 2014 by Monica Atkins 3 Comments
Benefits of Art

In Jessica’s article, “Kids & Science” she mentioned that science is everywhere. Growing up in a family that emphasized the humanities, I believe art is everywhere as well. It is great to write for Mommy University to explore these topics individually as well as a collaborative team. Art is not isolated rather it can intersect … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Education, The Arts Tagged: Benefits of Art, child development, education, kids and art

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