The STAR Center has begun a new series called At Home Arts with Katlin and Rebekah. We understand with COVID-19, many are looking for ways to keep their children/students entertained while using every day resources.
Two of the music therapists, Katlin Ross and Rebekah Tarplin, are bringing you easy and educational ways to incorporate arts into your daily routine.
For more information on At Home Arts, please contact Katlin at katlin.ross@star-center.org. We will use a variety of ways to get resources to you which will include providing links, sharing our supply list, and regularly posting to our Pinterest Page.
Our videos are posted on our Facebook Page and Youtube Channel.

We will continue to update this blog as new content gets published. In addition, please leave us comments below to let us know what you would like to see from At Home Arts.

Not sure what to do with your children at home all day during this COVID-19 shutdown? Here is a short video highlighting some simple music activities you can do at home during this time. All you need is a music source (Spotify, Pandora, YouTube, or even CDs!) and objects from around your home.
Pinterest Page – https://www.pinterest.com/therapies7544/at-home-arts/
Bingo Cards – https://myfreebingocards.com/More info at – http://star-center.org/at-home
At Home Arts 🎶🎨 Easter Edition

Are you having a hoppy day?! Today, two of our music therapists put together a short Easter themed session for your kids! Feel free to pause the video at any time to gather your supplies and join us for art, music, and movement!
Book Links: https://www.filefolderheaven.com/newest-adapted-books/adapted-song-books/bunnys-hopping-out-adapted-song-book
https://www.filefolderheaven.com/newest-adapted-books/adapted-song-books/if-youre-a-bunny-and-you-know-it-adapted-song-book

Does your child benefit from sensory heavy experiences? Are you missing sensory resources they might have received during the school day? Watch as two of our music therapists explain and demonstrate some sensory experiences that might be beneficial for you and your children.
Materials: Texture Balloons – Balloons – Funnel – Rice, Beads, Beans, Popcorn Kernels, Sand, or Dirt
Sensory Walks: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Sensory-Walk-4556286https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/At-Home-Sensory-Walk-5339637
Pinterest Link: https://www.pinterest.com/therapies7544/at-home-arts/
I was under music therapy to improve my focus, and it did create wonders in life. I agree with you that it could do wonders in my kids as well. There are so many ways of incorporating music in their life, and I am feeling relieved to think about the positive effects it will bring them.