Children's Program
Code: K1215-26
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Ages 4-5
Brush Strokes of Bravery
Aug 17 - 21, 2026
9 AM - 3 PM
Tuition: $600.00
Course Fee: $30.00
Registration Fee: $25.00
Concept
We celebrate bravery as young artists discover how powerful it can be to speak up, stand out, and care deeply. Each day, we explore the stories of historical figures who changed the world—not through conflict, but through courage, creativity, and compassion. We meet heroes like Joan of Arc, a young girl who led with strength and belief in herself; Harriet Tubman, who guided others to freedom in the darkness; and Guy Fawkes, who shows that people have always questioned unfair rules. We keep stories simple, visuals vibrant, and conversations open-ended, inviting children to connect with big ideas in ways that make sense for them. Through storytelling, movement, and hands-on art-making, children express their own bold ideas using a wide variety of materials, discovering that bravery isn’t just in history—it’s in all of us.
Media & Techniques
Mixed
Faculty
Emily Katebini
Children’s and Community Engagement Program Manager
Emily Katebini is the Children’s and Community Engagement Program Coordinator of the Anderson Ranch. Emily earned an MA in Intellectual Disabilities and Autism in Elementary Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. With a distinguished career as a New York City educator, she earned the 2022 New York Literacy Outreach Award for her significant contributions to improving literacy outcomes across the city. Prior to joining the Anderson Ranch, Katebini served as the Director of Special Education and Giftedness at a K-12 school.
Tuition: $600.00
Course Fee: $30.00
Registration Fee: $25.00
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Workshop Details
Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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