Often creatives love coloring outside the lines. Other times there’s a sense of calmness that comes from staying within them. Whichever mood your girl is in, here are seven unique coloring books to share with her. And remember, it never hurts to have coloring as an option when it’s time to shut off screens. Zolocolor! 96 pages of shapes, googly eyes, and more; all waiting for coloring inside, out, around, and over the lines. Edie Harper Coloring Book This book contains 20 of Edie Harper’s paintings. Kiddos can imitate the color schemes Harper chose for her final works or create entirely new ones. Jungle Paradise You will find both popular jungle animals and beautiful nature quotes throughout this book’s pages. The Art Coloring Book Dozens of painters can be found in this coloring book, which also has white space for new works of art. The Night Voyage On the eve of her birthday a girl goes on a magical journey to distribute gifts around the globe. Although The Night Voyage is categorized as adult, I think an older child (over eight) who loves coloring will be swept away by its beautiful pages. The Coloring Book This book motivates readers to use colors imaginatively. It also makes them to think creatively as they respond to unique challenges on every page. Color with Mom: A Coloring Book to Share For those who want to settle down side-by-side with their child for some coloring. Each part contains two images of the same theme, like fresh fruits and frozen treats. Bonus: the pages also tear-out. …

How is it already 2020?!? To kick off the new year I want to share a few links worth noting, which includes NPR’s dive into why making art is good for your health. Also, if you sign up for the Girls That Create newsletter, you’ll now automatically receive lovely quote artwork by the talented Laura Castillo (who also designed the Girls That Create logo). Display in your home, office or wherever you need a happy boost. To receive, sign up on the right-hand side of this page. Your email address will not be shared with any outside parties and you can always opt out at the bottom of newsletters or by contacting me directly. Magical Links Making Art is Good for Your Health. Here’s How To Start A Habit: The act of creation can reduce stress and anxiety and improve your mood. I call that winning. NPR has put together a new Life Kit with six things you need to know to kick-start a creative art habit. They also have a post on Quieting Your Inner Critic. Speech by Maxine Bailey: The former vice-president of advancement at Toronto International Film Festival gave this moving speech at December’s Women in Film and Television Toronto Crystal Awards Gala, where she received the Special Jury Award of Distinction. New study reveals the number and percentage of female directors of top films reached a 13-year high in 2019: 12 women directed one of the 100 top films in 2019. While the overall percentage of female directors across the 13-year time frame remains 4.8 percent, 2019’s …

It’s time for a special girl in your life to write her first resume. While you might see it as an exciting rite of passage; she feels flustered about how best to promote herself. Ruby Hunt, Director of Human Resources at the Dallas Museum of Art, understands applying to gain experience before having experience can feel daunting. This is why she put together the following list of tips to help girls show off their unique skills. Volunteer Efforts and Activities  Resumes that stand out include volunteer efforts and activities. Look around the community for volunteer programs. Is there a nonprofit that aligns with your girl’s passions? Many volunteer programs have training, which means she’ll learn new skills in addition to working with others. For example, the Dallas Museum of Art has a Teen Ambassador Program that emphasizes the value of teamwork, collaboration, and communication with peers. It also offers mentorship with DMA staff members. Additionally, participating in the school orchestra, performing in a ballet recital, joining a teen writing group or being part of organizations like Girls Scouts, all of these are valuable on a resume. Involvement shows initiative, passion, and commitment to supporting communities. Highlighting Achievements Make sure your girl is not shy about sharing her achievements. They show what is important to her and sets her apart from other applicants. For recruiters, past achievements can be a predictor of future performance. Examples of early resume achievements include: honor roll, promotion to leadership positions (such as student publication editor or theater stage manager), attendance awards and recognition for …