Written by MomsTribute Inc. Author Katie C
Summer break is wrapping up and for many around the country school is already back in session. Learning is heavy on the minds of us busy working moms, but did you know learning outside the classroom can often be the most beneficial? It’s true! And here at the MomsTribute.com blog—a top site to find the best blog for working moms with kids—I’d like to point you toward one extracurricular learning option for your little (or big) ones: art classes!
Wondering if you have any art resources for kids in your area? Download the Kid Friendly Venue app to see if you can locate any art studios that welcome kids in your town. This app, KidFriendlyVenues.com, is especially user-friendly to discover the array of amazing art opportunities near you, all of which will cater to children as well as adults.
We all know kids are practically bursting with creativity. Allowing them to hone that creativity can shape them into confident children, teens, and eventually adults.
The benefits of art are universally accepted and are proven to develop brain capacity in younger children and encourage social-emotional skills in older children. Exposure to art can help children become more empathetic, open-minded, and socially intelligent. Beyond that, studies show that kids who are exposed to positive learning experiences in a field of their own interests excel and often improve in other areas of their learning—even areas where they were struggling before.
The largest art studio in my area is the Huntsville Museum of Art. Located in the beautiful downtown district of this historic city, the museum has been around for decades. It hosts exhibits year-round, but beyond the exhibits the museum offers tons of different art classes. Their classes are taught by professional artists, and all supplies are provided for children’s classes.
Think art is only painting? Think again! The Huntsville Museum of Art offers classes and instruction for a variety of media types and at all skill levels. This means they’re sure to have something to offer your creative-minded kid, whether it be painting, pottery, or photography.
The museum offers classes for kids of all ages, with instruction geared to meet the needs of each individual age group.
Art classes are held on the first floor of the museum, in the Art Academy rooms, and they have a lovely view of the nearby Big Springs Park. Classes can usually be found year-round with each being offered for a set period. They even offer birthday party events or field trip options. This is especially great for those looking to enlighten kids for a specific event.
Not sure art classes can fit into your budget? Many major art museums such as the one found in Huntsville offer scholarship programs! You can also use gift certificates purchased by friends and family members (think birthday or holiday gifts!).
If all of this sounds like something your little one would love, but you don’t live in North Alabama, you should check out the KFV app for art classes in your own area. You can use the app to set up a radius around your town and see which spots are the best suited places to visit with your kids. These spots will be recommended by other busy working moms like yourself.
You may not have access to a large art museum or studio where you live, but did you know there are often smaller, individually owned studios that offer classes and instruction for youth? For example, in a small town called Athens, just outside of Huntsville, one can find The Broken Brush Studio.
This adorable, artsy studio offers art classes for kids, teens, and adults. These classes are in a more intimate setting with an instructor who is invested in the success of the class—which can often mean a more personal experience for your child.
The Broken Brush Studio offers summer camps as well as year-round classes for kids of all ages. Prices come in a wide range depending on whether you choose a one-time class or a longer instructional period. They also offer the option for birthday parties and the like.
We at the MomsTribute.com blog know that our readers want only the best for their kiddos. That’s why we are dedicated to introducing you to opportunities to help your children all around the country. The Kid Friendly Venue app is one of the best time management tools and allows you to quickly zone in on the best spots to enroll your little ones in classes and other educational events in your own area. Download the app today and leave reviews to help other moms like yourself!
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