When’s the last time you laughed at yourself? Better question— when’s the last time your children laughed at themselves? Humor is a fundamental item in the world of drama and especially useful in our Drama Kids International programming. Not only is laughter good for the soul, but being able to laugh at yourself also has many practical benefits, including boosting leadership skills and aiding mental and physical health! According to Lifeway’s Selma Wilson, there are three excellent reasons that leaders should be laughing at themselves: It makes them real, reachable and helps gives others the freedom to laugh at themselves, too. Read on →

At Drama Kids International, we are continually seeing the benefits drama classes can have for children. You may not know it, but our fun, fast-paced, developmental curriculum consists of more than 450 unique lesson plans—which feature various activities that aid your child in specific ways. From class plays, scene starters and mini-snippets, rest assured that each activity is helping your child continually work on speech development, creative movement and other important life skills. Read on →

The holiday season is here, and our Drama Kids team knows that one of the greatest gifts you could give and receive is keeping your child healthy and safe! Since it can be difficult to keep everyone in your home healthy, we decided to do some homework and have found a number of ideas that will help you succeed on your mission. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a great resource for holiday health and safety tips and while some of them may seem like common knowledge, it’s always nice to have a refresher course! Read on →

“I think we like our phones more than we like actual people.” Take a moment to let those words sink in, the words of a 13-year-old girl who is growing up in a generation that has never lived without the Internet or without smartphones. A generation that according to Dr. Jean M. Twenge, has developed a far less rebellious side and is more tolerant than its predecessors, yet continues to see a rise in depression. Read on →

If you’ve decided to make your franchise dreams a reality, you may be wondering what to do next. Drama Kids International has franchises located throughout the United States and world, so we know what it takes to be successful—and we want to share that knowledge with you! Here are four things you can focus on to see your franchise blossom: 1. Pay attention to your finances. You’ve already invested in your franchise, so now is the time to take steps to ensure that investment is fruitful. Read on →

Deciding to venture into the franchise world is a big step! Now that the pressure is on, do you know what it takes to see your franchise become a success? Drama Kids International has franchises located throughout the United States and around the world, so you can trust that we know what it takes to be successful! Here are three things you can focus on to see your franchise blossom! Read on →

November is here, which means that Thanksgiving break is right around the corner! Whether your kids gets the whole week off or just a few days, you’ll still be looking for activities to keep them occupied, which is why our team at Drama Kids International compiled a list of five things to do over Thanksgiving break. 1. Make a pumpkin turkey centerpiece. This idea is both enjoyable and easy, which makes it a winning activity in our books! Read on →

Drama lessons for kids is what we’re all about at Drama Kids International—and for good reason! We’re not only helping children learn and hone their drama skills, but we’re also instilling valuable life lessons in them through our exciting programming! The benefits of drama classes for kids include increased academic performance and nourishment for their imagination, but there are even more life lessons that can be learned through drama classes! Read on →

It’s October and that means one thing: Halloween is right around the corner! You already know that Drama Kids International loves seeing your kids tap into their creative and imaginative side, and what better way to see that come to life than by working together on a DIY Halloween costume? Ready-made costumes can be great, but they can also come with some rather high price tags attached to them. Instead, save yourself some money and discuss some costume ideas with your child. Read on →

Bullying is something that no one should be staying quiet about, which is why Drama Kids International introduced the ACT UP! to Stop Bullying initiative. Chances are, we’ve all experienced bullying in some form or manner during our lives—but it’s something that is especially prevalent in school. Did you know that 1 in 3 U.S. students have reported being bullied at school and an astounding 70.6 percent of teens have seen bullying occur at their school? Read on →