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Five Reasons to Send Your Child to Art Camp

It is Unicoi's mission to draw out the imagination in you! We offer classes and summer camp for children as well as adult classes! Sign up for a session or drop in for a class today.

Are you wondering what you will do to keep your child active, engaged and entertained this summer? Unicoi Art Studio has the answer. Here are five reasons why you should consider signing up your child age 4 - 12 for summer art camp.

1. Combat boredom. Art camp will expose your child to new and exciting activities to keep them engaged and entertained.

2. Meet new friends. Unicoi draws children from several surrounding neighborhoods. It'sa great opportunity for your child to make new friends and interact with others outside their school programs.

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3. Camp has a flexible schedule. Schedule camp around your summer travel plans and activities. Unicoi conveniently offers the option to sign up for camp by-the-week or even by-the-day.

4. It's educational. Research shows children experience learning losses when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer. Unicoi integrates science, history and even mixed media into their art projects, creating a creative and educational experience all in one.

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5. Encourage creativity. Unicoi's art teachers are all artists themselves. They are passionate about sharing their excitement of art and creativity with your child. They demonstrate how creativity is an essential part of being successful in any career.

Summer art camp begins June 10th and ends August 30th, 2013. Unicoi offers early registration discounts. Register before May 31st and receive 10% off a single class or session. Unicoi also offers sibling discounts, referral bonuses and even classes for adults. Visit our Facebook page to see examples of art projects and our website for our registration forms and to learn more.

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