10 simple ways 7/2/2009

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Why Ask For More?
Just like kids need to have good nutrition on a daily basis, kids need to have their daily serving of the arts. Chances are, though, that your kids are not getting enough art—in or out of school. The arts are much more than just fun "extra" activities for kids. Studies have shown the far-reaching benefits of an arts education.

Campaign Updates:

  • New Disney Little Einsteins™ PSAs Released!
    The Arts. Ask For More. PSA campaign has collaborated with Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment to create new television PSAs that promote arts education to children pre-K to 8th grade.  View the new ads.  For more information on this campaign, please click here.
  • PSA Television and Radio Ads!
    In the newest phase of "The Arts. Ask For More." PSA campaign, the arts are equated with a healthy diet. These new television and radio ads feature spoofs of healthy food products combined with prominent artists in history. Click to view the ads and get more information on the newest phase of the PSA campaign. Stay on the lookout to see and hear these new ads in your area.

 

 
Improve kids' overall academic performance.
Show that kids actively engaged in arts education are likely to have higher test scores than those with little to no involvement.
Develop skills needed by the 21st century workforce: critical thinking, creative problem solving, effective communication, teamwork and more.
Teach kids to be more tolerant and open.
Allow kids to express themselves creatively and bolster their self-confidence.
Keep students engaged in school and less likely to drop out.


The arts are enriched with the stuff kids need to succeed. Feed Your Kids the Arts. Here are 10 Simple Ways you can start today to get more art in your child's life.