Kids, the arts and camps - Articles for Parents .
As a parent, why should you consider arts activities and arts
enrichment for your child?
How can you help a child to develop their creativity? What can a parent
do to encourage a love of reading?
The articles below are provided to help parents encourage young people
in the arts.
Click on a title below to read the article.
Art
Classes... Dance Classes... Drama Classes...why do they matter? or The importance of creation
in recreation!
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
Cultivating a
love of reading and literature... at camp and at home.
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
The Magic of Camp: One Counsellor's
Perspective
By Maria Rothenberg, Counsellor, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
Overnight camp: The seven best ways to prepare your
child.
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
"It’s Not a Real Job!" How Camp Counselling Prepares you for the Real
World
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
Summer Camps: Bridging the Generation Gap.htm
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
Residential Summer Camps: What, Why, How?
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
Parenting the Poet: a “How-To” Guide!
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.
Food Allergies at Overnight Camp
By Julie Hartley, Director, Centauri Summer Arts Camp.