About Creative Kids Community
Our Purpose
To provide a safe space for kids to gather and create art while strengthening social-emotional skills and foster a sense of community.
Who We Are and What We Do
Welcome to Creative Kids Community!
I am Meghan Jackson, a mom, former Elementary School Teacher, Licensed Social Worker and owner of Creative Kids Community. As the leader of each class, my goal is to create a welcoming environment for kids to create and express themselves. At the same time, we work on strengthening their social and emotional skills while building a sense of community.
Each class is themed around an engaging arts and crafts activity. Classes begin with a welcome song and reciting of affirmations to set the tone for connection and community. The class’ theme will be introduced and a connected story book will be read to the group. Each connected story is thoughtfully selected to entertain and teach important life skills. Your creative kid will then be led to design their artwork or craft. Completion of the class will be circle time where students individually share about their work to support their confidence, public speaking skills and summation of their project (strengthening executive functioning skills). Other students are guided to support and engage with the presenter to strengthen their socialization skills. All components of class are thoughtfully designed to support social and emotional growth and build a sense of belonging and community.
FOR THE REMAINING CLASSES
IN MARCH AND ALL CLASSES IN APRIL, 50% OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BE SUPPORTING THE SERAPHINE FAMILY. MRS. SERAPHINE IS A BELOVED TEACHER AT SUMMIT ELEMENTARY. HER SON IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING TREATMENT FOR LEUKEMIA. MONIES
RAISED WILL HELP THE FAMILY’S EXTRA EXPENSES AS THEY GO THROUGH THIS JOURNEY. OUR CLASSES CENTER ON THE CONCEPT OF COMMUNITY, AND IT IS OUR HONOR TO COME TOGETHER AND HAVE THESE CLASSES SUPPORT THE SERAPHINE FAMILY. WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US IN SUPPORT TOO. Additional classes will be added in the next 24 hours, including Easter themed arts and crafts so please check back tomorrow.
Explore the World of Art and Creativity: Class Prep
How Parents Can Best Support their Child
Parents are always welcome to drop their child off or stay and observe in our gathering spot. Classes take place in our home utilizing our main living area and seating is available for parents. Kids are welcome to wear their play clothes as we are creating and can get a bit messy. Please note we ask for shoes to be removed at the door as kids often like to sprawl out on the ground for freedom of space while creating. A “no outside shoes worn inside” policy helps to keep the floor cleaner with less exposure to dirt and bacteria. Leak proof drink bottles are welcome (please label your child’s name) but snacks are not allowed to respect potential direct exposure to food allergens.
CONTINUING THE LESSON: Parents will receive paperwork that will accompany their child home that will include the name of the themed read-aloud book, affirmations and a social-emotional learning concept to practice for the week. I will include several ideas of how to incorporate the concept to support the social emotional growth of your artist!