020 - Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Creativity through the Arts with Ann Colin and April Atherton

On this first dual interview in the podcast’s history, I speak with Ann Colin, owner of Danceworks in New Albany, Indiana and her sister, April Atherton, a beloved teacher. We chat about Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Creativity through the Arts. Download Episode [2:30] Ann’s journey into dance [2:55] April’s journey [3:40] Why Ann feels the arts are so important for kids and what Ann’s daughter has gained from the arts [6:00] Why April feels the arts are so important [6:35] Advice Ann would give to teachers about incorporating the arts into a traditional classroom [8:40] Arts, critical thinking, and problem solving [10:10] April: Critical thinking and problem solving in the dance classroom [10:55] Ann: Answering the why and different types of learners [12:45] Ann: We have to remember not to shut down the whys at home [13:55] Ann: Teach your kids this tool to keep interruptions positive [15 :45] Ann: Success story of a dancer [16:55] April: Using creativity as an outlet [14:45] Ann: Impacting kids with special needs through dance [19:22] April: Dance and the arts teaches social interaction [20:35] Ann: Anyone can benefit from dance Email Ann or April [22:00] Ann’s Advice for parents: Reach out to your local library; Use the internet to find activities for kids [25:35] April: Rent a classic like “Singing in the Rain” [26:20] Ann: Turn on some music during household chores Click Here To Subscribe on iTunes Click Here To Subscribe for Android