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Afterschool Book Clubs
Join our enriching after school sessions as we dive into reading, writing and comprehension work with a small group, hands on learning experience. Offered year round, Artsmatter’s Afterschool Book Club is a perfect fit for elementary aged students in need of enrichment or intervention. Executive functioning and social-emotional skills as well as self regulation and academic confidence is supported during learning sessions! We offer engaging sessions for 1st - 3rd graders on Tuesdays and 4th - 6th graders on Thursdays, starting at 5 pm and finishing at 6:15 pm.
Spaces are limited, so secure your child's spot in this enriching literary adventure today!
Reach out to us today to sign your child up!
Class Schedule
5pm - 615pm
Tuesdays: Students in grades K-3
Thursdays: Students in grades 4-6
Coming Fall 2026
Storytelling:
Film and Animation
Starting September 2026
Lights, camera… create!
In this exciting hands-on class, students will dive into the creative worlds of silent film and stop-motion animation to write, design, and produce their very own original story from start to finish.
Students won’t just learn filmmaking techniques — they’ll strengthen executive functioning skills like planning, organizing, and problem-solving, while building resiliency, creativity, and flexible thinking. Through arts-based learning, they’ll collaborate, experiment, and bring their ideas to life in a supportive and engaging environment.
Spots are limited! Contact us today for more information and reserve your student’s place. Class age: 11 - 15
Learning Never Ends
More Offerings
Explore a diverse range of educational offerings at ArtsMatter, all dedicated to enriching your child's learning journey. From transformative summer camps to hands-on workshops and specialized interventions, our programs are designed to foster a love for reading, learning, and overall academic success. Discover the array of opportunities that await your child – click below to explore our comprehensive educational offerings or enroll in our November Workshop; TURKEY TALES - so much fun, your kids will gobble it up!
Testimonials:
“We've been Artsmatter devotees for several years now and always look forward to the camps. Michelle has created safe, fun spaces for my kids to learn reading skills all without realizing that they are also building their social skills. My kids love Michelle and always look forward to her camp shenanigans.
We highly recommend!”
- Melinda Kelejian, Reston, VA
Everyone Can Learn When Given the Right Tools
ARTSMATTER uses hands-on, arts-based learning methods during instruction that are proven to resonate with all learning types. Children need an engaging experience to digest information that will lead to their overall success and that’s where ARTSMATTER comes into play.
Learning Opportunities
ARTSMATTER offers a variety of programs to fit the needs of each family from reading playgroups to one-to-one direct instruction tutoring.
About Us
Michelle Michlik is an arts educator and learning differences specialist with more than 25 years of experience in both private and public schools.
Resources
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