Handwork and Whole Persons: Craft in Education

Education is about so much more than the 3Rs; it’s preparation for life. In most previous generations, people learned how to create useful and beautiful things as part of becoming men and women and as a manifestation of ‘the hidden art of homemaking,’ as Edith Schaeffer put it. Creative, functional projects build new neural pathways in the brain, develop problem-solving skills, hone fine motor skills and more. The joy of seeing a creative project through from beginning to end helps students become more confident, creative and capable in all areas of life. Join us to explore simple ways to incorporate creativity and practical skills into a lifestyle of learning, even if you missed out on these things as a child.