After-School Explorations: Fun, Ready-to-Use Activities for Kids Ages 5-12

By Dianne Schilling and Susanna Palomares

You'll find this rich and ready resource to be a complete and creative collection of after-school activities that engage kids in learning and having fun at the same time. This valuable resource is packed cover-to-cover with inviting, kid-friendly games, arts and crafts, science projects, environmental lessons and more. Every activity comes with step-by-step directions and complete guidance for getting the most out of each lesson. All activities are readily adaptable to a variety of situations and skill levels. An ideal resource for every after-school or other out-of-school venue. The activities help all children to: - cultivate self-awareness and positive self-esteem - learn to value family and community connections and develop a sense of belonging - work collaboratively, with consideration for others - focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing - important aspects of literacy and communication - develop effective problem-solving and decision-making skills - engage their feelings of wonder and appreciation for the natural world

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1564990818
• ISBN13: 9781564990815
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Innerchoice Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"