Imagination in Education: Our Blog

“I was nervous about the engraving—what if it didn’t work?” That was the energy at the start of our  Persian Miniatures  unit—an honest...

The Power of Art in Literacy In our last article,  we explored how art can play a critical role in literacy development, particularly...

Recent reports from the  National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)  reveal a concerning trend: reading proficiency among fourth...

At Doodles Academy, we believe in the transformative power of art. Not just as a means of creative expression, but as a vital tool for...

Celebrating Diversity and Building Connection At Doodles Academy,  we believe in diversity —not as a checklist, but as a way to expand...

There’s something magical about the moment a print is revealed—the anticipation, the surprise, and the joy of creation. At Doodles...

The energy was electric, the lanterns were glowing, and the sense of community was undeniable—Art Lights the Night was an unforgettable...

This week, we kicked off a new project with our team of educators through a professional development session designed to inspire, engage,...

This holiday season, the magic of creativity filled the air at Doodles Academy’s Drop & Shop Lantern Event. Kids ages 4 to 11 gathered...

A Lesson in Gratitude and Representation Thanksgiving is a holiday of reflection, a moment to express gratitude for what we have and the...

A Lantern-Making Adventure with My Daughter As I promised to follow up on our  Make-and-Take Kits, I wanted to share a story about the...

As the holiday season approaches, it's easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of to-dos and to-buys. But at Doodles Academy, we’re hoping...