Program Resources
Cultural Responsiveness
Characteristics of Culturally Responsive Teaching According to Brown University Positive perspectives on parents and families Communication of high expectations Learning within the context of culture Student-centered instruction Culturally mediated instruction...
Social Justice
Social justice education empowers students to create change in the world. It focuses on a student's ability to recognize inequalities and work against them. Social justice education asks students to consider the following questions (from The Resilient Educator): Who...
Arts Integration
Art Integration in School: Why it's important The Top 10 Education Art Activities for Preschoolers 11 Classic Summer Camp Crafts for Kids 21 STEAM Projects for Learning All Summer Long 58 Summer Art Camp Ideas here is a big collection of ideas to get kids crafting...
Technology and Virtual Learning
The pandemic caused drastic changes to the way we educate and connect with one another. One of the most prominent changes to the education system was the integration of virtual learning. Virtual learning during COVID brought to light how important technology will...
Literacy
Articles and Resources Guide for Selecting Anti-Bias Children's Books: A resource created by social justice books to help educators and childcare providers select books that are culturally aware and teach children to be anti-bias and anti-racist. How to Create a...
Physical Activity and Health Education
Physical Education and Games Camp-Based Physical Education: This article details a study on physical education in summer camps and the implications and recommendations for current camps Camp Games for Summer Fun 87 Energy Busting Indoor Games & Activities for kids...
STEM Resources
Online Resources and Lesson Plans STEM Camp Theme Ideas: This resource includes ideas for integrating stem into summer camp curriculum in a fun and exciting way. There are also ideas about how to infuse literacy and STEM together. MySci K-5: The mySci K-5 curriculum...
St. Louis Outreach Programs
Health Girls in the Know: GITK is a safe community where girls, ages 9-13, start vulnerable conversations and learn from female licensed professionals to develop self-esteem. They deliver a 4 week empowerment workshop series led by female professionals in their field...
Mental Health Resources
Blueprint4SummerSTL recognizes that mental health resources are critical this summer in the wake of COVID-19. We have compiled various resources to help you and your staff when handling the mental health effects of COVID-19. Missouri After School Alliance The Missouri...
Child Well-Being Map
The Clark-Fox Family Foundation has created a variety of interactive resource maps that connect local organizations related to a specific category. Check out all of the maps here! St. Louis Region Child Well-Being Ecosystem Map Click to expand and interact with the...
Anti-Racism Resources
Fall 2020 Camp Summit - Anti-Racism Workshop Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB-x2joFCo8&t=7s&ab_channel=Blueprint4SummerSTL Summit Welcome & Antiracism Workshop (2020 Virtual Camp Summit) Anti-Racism in Summer Camps Anti-Racism in Summer Camp Part...
Trauma-Informed Care
Learn about Childhood Trauma What is childhood trauma? Center for Traumatic Assessment and Services Adverse Childhood Experiences - CDC The Biological Effects of Childhood Trauma Trauma-Informed Education NCTSN Child Trauma Toolkit for Educators: Provides information...