
CATCH a Spark – December 2021
Gifting books opens the door to creativity, imagination and wonder.
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Gifting books opens the door to creativity, imagination and wonder.

We all wish things were different right now. What better way to start than to spread small moments of hope with this kindness activity?

November is the perfect month to find rich, powerful books that will help your students with reflection through meaningful conversations.

Need some calming activities for your classroom that lessen behaviors, engage students and incorporate the arts?

Poor preparation will lead to ineffective teaching and the inability to meet the needs of the classroom.

October is a month of magic and mystery… and what reader doesn’t love those two elements?


The theatre is a place where we tell stories and where we connect so this month’s Sparks all celebrate the magic of Broadway and the performing arts.

Starting September 1, 2021, all our online courses will now be available within the Accelerator membership platform.

There are a lot of pieces that go into making a bridge that is functional and supports those who travel across it.


With the right tools, collaborative planning can be quick and support a robust arts integration or STEAM effort.
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