Kids love to craft. It’s a great way for them to express themselves and learn new skills. But where are the best places to do crafts with kids? Here are some of our recommendations: Kids’ arts and crafts can happen anywhere. Kids arts and crafts can happen anywhere. If you have a place to store […]
Art kits are a great way to help your child develop their creativity, fine motor skills, imagination and self-confidence. In fact, they can even shape the way your child sees the world, as well as themselves. There are plenty of reasons why art kits are so great for kids. So read on! Kids are naturally […]
I remember when my youngest son was 6 years old and we were in the car. It was a quiet moment – rare, as we all know – and suddenly he says, “Mommy, if everything has to be invented or made, is everything art?” Hmmmm… I was taken aback by such a thoughtful question and replied, “Well, I think so.” As we continued our conversation, he repeatedly confirmed, “If we have to make everything, then we all have to make things all the time.”
Published January 10, 2020 By Lauren Dennis-Perelmuter When I first began bringing art enrichment programs to Southern California students 20 years ago, I knew that all children should be able to have art in their lives. There were still programs in the schools, but I was beginning to see art, music, dance and theater programs […]
This report from the World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe presents findings on the effects of the arts in improving physical and mental health and well-being. In relation to potential applications within the health sector, the arts have been organized into five broad categories: performing arts; visual arts, design and craft; literature; culture; and […]
Tap into creativity to reduce stress and increase positive emotions. This is the eighth installment in a series of articles on wellness from American Nurse. You can read the earlier articles at myamericannurse.com/category/wellness101/. Takeaways: Artistic expression is an enjoyable component of an overall wellness plan that enhances mood and emotion. Creative activities can decrease depressive […]
Our family is very fortunate in having cousin Hannah, the matriarch of the family, turn 92 recently. Hannah’s four children are now in their 60s and her grandchildren are now having children. Our littlest cousin and her newest great granddaughter, Sloan, was just born a few months ago. One of the mantras that Hannah has […]
Check out our Founder, Lauren Perelmuter’s, newest article published by What’s Up For Kids! Read the full article here.
As we kick off 2017, what a great opportunity to renew our commitment to the Art of Play. Our culture is filled with “busyness”…classes, homework, the driving to and from and more. I know that the intensity of the school year no matter if your child is in preschool or middle school is just jammed packed with “things to do”.
I myself needed a little reminder of making sure I was not overscheduling my own two boys so I read again Abraham Maslow’s quote, “Almost all creativity comes from purposeful play”. I was incredibly inspired.
Happy Fall! September is here and we are off and running towards another school year filled with academics, activities, sports, tutoring, and more. Each and every year I dedicate my fall column to my personal promise of not over scheduling my own two boys and this year is no different. Balance is the key and being mindful is of the utmost importance.
Lauren has been immersed in the arts for as long as she can remember, earning her B.A. in Fine Art from the University of California, Santa Barbara, her degree in Textile Design from Otis Art Institute of Parsons School of Design and attended the University of Paris, France for immersive Art History Programs held at the renowned Musee D’Orsay Museum.
Lauren is forever grateful to so many who have supported her along the way, encouraging her to create her vision.
Having been given creative platforms and opportunities not only as a young child, but as a professional, Lauren has gained tremendous insight, knowledge and education that developing the creative mind is essential to thrive in today’s ever changing world.
Lauren knows that every child has magic and talent within. Her mission, along with her extraordinary team, is to create platforms for children to find their own creative amazing selves.
