As we enter a new year, we’re resolving to be BRAVE, whatever the year may bring! Starting a new year with hope and promise means facing fears that may get in our way. These stories inspire us to summon our courage in service of our big dreams. The plucky characters show us the magical things we can accomplish when we forge ahead, despite our fears.
Read MoreThis month we’re circling back to the basic building blocks of art and design… SHAPES! These star stories show us how simple shapes make up our world. At Minni we’re always angling for every little artist and designer to develop a well-rounded visual vocabulary. When we can recognize and identify shapes, we’ve got have the first pieces of the puzzle. That’s why we’re excited to highlight these multidimensional stories, designed to form understanding and stretch the imagination!
Read MoreThis month we’re reading books about our favorite topic, art! Artists big and small know the art-making journey is often just as interesting and rich as the finished piece itself. Taking ideas from conception to fruition can be tricky! In addition to highlighting how art beautifies the world, these stories also encourage us to embrace the messiest parts of making.
Read MoreRecycled robots for little engineers + inventors! Bleep! Bloop! Bleep! Get your gears turning for this robotic project. Using a range of recycled materials, participants will use building skills to invent their very own robot. Gather your hardware and equipment and let’s get making!
Read MoreSpark up some art this weekend with you and your little one(s). With a few recycled materials and the rest likely in your art bin or in the recycling, this Fourth of July project is colorful and great for all ages! If you’re ready to jump into more at-home fun, check out our blog for more projects.
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