What parents said about the workshop

"This workshop was great in many different ways:

• the format - a block of several classes with a break in between, which allowed kids to enjoy the class without getting tired
• the setting - small class with semi - familiar kids. Shy kids have an easier time adapting to and growing in the class when the surrounding is comfortable
• presentation - this was in my opinion the key to success - very flexible, with the elements of play, improvisation and expression with acceptance and no judgement.
• relevancy - it made the children aware of some uncomfortable, confusing situations and help them decipher those situations, and equip them with tools to deal with them. Growing up in America and being exposed to different cultures, backgrounds and traditions makes it very hard for young people to deal with various situations that they encounter on a daily basis. Sometimes the diversity can make it very stressful for them to handle delicate situations just because they are confused about how to handle the unfamiliar. Your workshop taught them how to sort through different scenarios in a general approach, which can be applied to any scenario they might encounter in the future."

"I think it's very beneficial for kids to have a safe, non judgmental environment, like this class, where they can work through and process their emotions safely. It also helps a lot when they hear their pears share their experiences and know that everybody goes through the same difficulties in their surroundings."

"Thank you for all your efforts to keep this class going and engaging children in safe, but to the point way."

"Introducing emotional intelligence early in life will help them strengthen their perception and emotional sensitivity with time, and help them navigate life more successfully."

"This class is great -- very welcoming environment."

" I think that you are doing amazing work with the kids. Having sensitivity and consideration towards somebody else’s feelings is a very important trait to have both for being a good friend and overall good people. I hope many more kids take your workshop, because I think you are equipping them with very necessary emotional tools, and making them more prepared for handling stressful and emotionally loaded situations they will most certainly encounter in their adult lives."

"This workshop is great for A., the small setting and familiar faces definitely make it more enjoyable and comfortable for her. She talks about the assignments and topics discussed at each workshop with the family and her comments are always positive. I think she is a little bit less shy now when she is outside of her comfortable circle."

- parent of 11 y.o. participant

"I noticed that D. become more aware of himself.. I hear him more often saying things like " I will do it myself" or "Mom, let me help you"

- parent of 6 y.o. participant

"I feel that my child is more aware of people's emotions around her and it makes it easier for her to react in an appropriate way. The workshop made her more confident in her social life with friends her age as well as interaction adults."

- parent of 11 y.o. participant

"G. enjoyed it quite a bit!"

- parent of 11 y.o. participant

"E. just loved it so much!"

- parent of 12 y.o. participant

"The classes were very helpful for M."

- parent of 6 y.o. participant