Creative Engagement

Rube Goldberg Machine

https://www.rubegoldberg.com/

A fun competition put on by the Rube Goldberg Foundation. Rube Goldberg machines are overly complex machines used to complete simple tasks build out of everyday objects.

Create a Game

Use recyclables to design your own game. Create rules for you game and teach your family how to play.

Check out this example made by Katie Larson, a YES volunteer at Birchview.

Instructables

https://www.instructables.com/classes/

Sign up is free and this site offers lessons and workshops in a variety of topics that range from cooking to leather working to sewing and design. Watch a video and try out a new hobby.

Wonderopolis

https://wonderopolis.org/

What do you wonder about? How do bees make honey? How does a tree make sap? How do you make your lips smile? Check out this fascinating website what can answer many of your I wonder thoughts.

Create a Dance

Come up with dance moves to your favorite song, record it and share with us through button for your school on the home page. Watch this video for a few dance move ideas.

Watch the video for an example made by Katie Larson, a YES volunteer at Birchview.

Hold a Talent Show in Your Home

Have the members of your family hold a family talent show. Any and all talents are welcome.

Write and Perform a Play

Write a script and perform a play. It might include other members of your family or your toys. Design a stage and set, costumes, and a space for an audience. Record your performance if you would like.

Guardian Story Telling

Tell stories about when your child was a baby or toddler, look through old photos, or make up stories to tell.

Origami

Learn to fold some amazing creations here or create your own amazing folded art.

Live Doodles

Join Mo Willem here for Live Doodles sponsored by the Kennedy Center.

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