Storybook Artists with Ms. Carvalho (HOL)
2026-09-23 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-09-30 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-07 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-14 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-21 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-10-28 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-11-04 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-11-11 15:30 - 16:30 and 4 more dates | Holmes, 18 Hoyt Street Darien, CT 06820
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In this vibrant class, beloved picture books come to life through art! Each
session begins with a read-aloud of a beautifully illustrated children's book,
followed by a hands-on art project inspired by the story. Students explore art
techniques — drawing, painting, collage, watercolor, and more — while
discovering the unique styles of celebrated illustrators like Eric Carle and
Peter Reynolds.

Over the course of the session, every student builds their very own art journal,
adding a new page of original artwork each week. No two journals look alike —
each one is a one-of-a-kind collection that reflects the artist who made it.

Younger and emerging artists work with guided steps and plenty of hands-on
support, while more experienced artists are encouraged to experiment, make
independent choices, and push their creativity further. Along the way, every
student builds creative confidence, fine motor skills, and a lifelong love of
art and storytelling.

No experience needed — just a love of stories and a willingness to create!
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Ms. Carvalho teaches first grade in Darien and loves sharing a wide variety of
hands-on learning experiences with students, from science experiments and
cooking projects to gardening, art, and crafts. She has previously taught
after-school programs such as Let's Get Crafty, Cooking, Kid Chemists, Spring
Gardening, and Clay Club, where students explored their creativity and created
unique projects to take home. Whether students are mixing ingredients, planting
seeds, conducting experiments, or creating artwork, Ms. Carvalho enjoys helping
them learn new skills, share their work with others, and encourage one another
along the way.
