Tag: Creativity

Creativity with a Purpose

October 27, 2018Arun DurairajNo Comments

Our caretakers (and our kids) sometimes think of Hidden Treasures as Arts & Crafts. We always correct them and say it is not just Arts and Crafts. Have you ever wondered why? It’s not that we don’t think Arts & Crafts is useful. In fact, Arts & Crafts are a great way for kids to express creativity. There is nothing wrong in it at all, and it can be a good experience for kids. The reason we want it to be viewed differently is because of the way Arts & Crafts is received by many adults, especially in the environments of our kids. Most adults view Arts & Crafts as… Read More

Hidden Treasures – Creativity

January 18, 2018January 18, 2018Arun DurairajNo Comments

1 Program Objectives Creativity thrives at the intersection of the “possible” and the “not possible” idea. Creativity takes place when practical, reality-based thinking is unbridled by perceived limitations. 2 In Action The Program Admin motivates the group to first choose a theme for their Hidden Treasures, project, the concept they wish to convey to their audience. Next, the children are encouraged to develop an idea for the project that is best-suited for illustrating or accomplishing the theme regardless of any limitations in skills, resources, time, etc… Finally, the children then design the project to reach as close as possible to their “not possible” idea. 3 Reasoning Kids are taught to… Read More