At Creative Purpose Tempe, we believe every child deserves the tools and support they need to succeed. This support is important not just at the start of the school year, but all year long. Our Founder Selange Giannetto founded Creative Purpose. with one thing in mind. A strong commitment to addressing the challenges faced byContinueContinue reading “What We Are All About”
Author Archives: Selange Giannetto B.Sc., NDTR, C.C.
The Amazing Snowflake Mystery: Why No Two Are Alike
Photo Courtesy of Flickr Nirmala D’Souza Have you ever caught a snowflake on your mitten and stared at its tiny, delicate shape? If you looked at a hundred of them, you’d see stars, needles, columns, and beautiful lacy designs. But here’s the crazy part: scientists believe that in the entire history of Earth, not aContinueContinue reading “The Amazing Snowflake Mystery: Why No Two Are Alike”
Meaningful Winter Activities: Craft, Bake, and Read Together
Celebrating Winter Holidays with Creative Purpose The winter season transforms the world into a shimmering landscape of frost and light. Its deepest magic often unfolds indoors, gathered around a table with family. For parents and caregivers, this time of year presents a golden opportunity. They can move beyond passive consumption and shift towards joyful creation.ContinueContinue reading “Meaningful Winter Activities: Craft, Bake, and Read Together”
The Desert Classroom: Celebrating Our Shared Roots and Unique Stories
Photo Courtesy of Anisa Hasby Fauzia Here in the Phoenix Valley, our classrooms are as vibrant and dynamic as the desert sunset. The students who fill our Title I schools bring with them a wealth of history, language, and tradition. These elements transform our learning spaces into rich tapestries of global culture. Our community spansContinueContinue reading “The Desert Classroom: Celebrating Our Shared Roots and Unique Stories”
Beyond the Candy: The Thin Veil of November 1st
While October 31st gets most of the attention, the true magic often lies in the quiet dawn of November 1st. This day exists in a unique space. It is a cultural crossroads where the festivities of Halloween happen. The reverence of All Saints’ Day and the vibrant celebrations of Día de los Muertos also converge.ContinueContinue reading “Beyond the Candy: The Thin Veil of November 1st”
Let’s Get Peachy!
The peach is more than just a tasty summer fruit. It has a long and amazing history, and it’s also packed with healthy stuff that can help our bodies. The peach’s story started over 8,000 years ago in China. People there loved the peach. They saw it as a symbol of long life and evenContinueContinue reading “Let’s Get Peachy!”
The Library is Open!
Big Learning, Small Price: Awesome Books for Kids Under $5! Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels.com Finding great books for kids doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Scholastic has amazing books for $5 or less that are both fun and educational. You can open up a world of learning for a child under 12ContinueContinue reading “The Library is Open!”
More Than Crayons: Why Art is Essential for the Growing Mind (Copy)
Photo by Vlada Karpovich on Pexels.com Walk past any elementary classroom, and you’ll likely see a vibrant gallery of student artwork taped to the windows. While these colorful creations may seem like simple decorations, they are, in fact, evidence of critical work in progress. For children aged 6 to 12, the arts are far moreContinueContinue reading “More Than Crayons: Why Art is Essential for the Growing Mind (Copy)”
Peach Season is Ripe for the Picking
The peach is more than just a tasty summer fruit. It has a long and amazing history, and it’s also packed with healthy stuff that can help our bodies. The peach’s story started over 8,000 years ago in China. People there loved the peach. They saw it as a symbol of long life and evenContinueContinue reading “Peach Season is Ripe for the Picking”
STRENGTH IN PINK
Honoring the Educators in the Fight This October, the world turns pink to raise awareness for breast cancer. 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime? 43% of those women will be educators. Educators, teachers for that matter, are a group that holds our communities together. The classroom is their stage. Yet,ContinueContinue reading “STRENGTH IN PINK”