I'm starting a lunchtime knitting/crochet club for my students this year and came along this wonderful program to help with the cost.
This program donates supplies for mentors who would like to start a program to teach needle arts. Here are some of the benefits from learning a needle art:
For Youths:
Develops focus and concentration
Encourages following a process
Builds self-esteem
Improves math and reading skills
Enhances critical thinking and problem solving
Offers a vehicle for stress release and anger management
Encourages creativity through portable alternative activity
Provides healthy interpersonal relationships with adults
Ensures tangible accomplishments with immediate results
Learns a practical, useful and fun activity
Enhances hand/eye coordination, small motor skills, tactile energy, communication skills, self discipline and attention to detail