June 7, 2021 (Moscow, Idaho) —  The Moscow Arts Commission launched online registration for the third arts education MACtivities Toolbox, Mon., June 7.
 
The toolbox features art supplies and curriculum designed to engage youth art makers with the cyanotype process and crafting with textiles. Toolboxes are available at no cost and include a guidebook inclusive of vocabulary and stich techniques, lesson cards for various ages, and other materials needed to complete the activities.
 
The third edition MACtivities Toolbox curriculum was developed by Emily Thomsen, a Palouse-area arts practitioner. Curriculum is aligned with National Core Arts Standards and focused on learning art elements, principles, and techniques.
 
Registration closes Fri., June 11 at 4 p.m. or once all toolboxes have been reserved. To reserve a toolbox, visit http://bit.ly/mactivitiestoolbox3. 
Arts education is a key component of the Moscow Arts Commission’s service to the community. The MACtivities program, created in 2019, features activities that foster enthusiasm for the creative process as well as focused approaches to art elements and principles. Presented in a variety of settings and delivery methods, these lessons weave art-making strategies into the fabric of the community’s daily life.
 
The MACtivites Toolbox was created during 2020 as a way to connect with community and creativity during a time of social distancing. The program, offered in partnership with the Prichard Art Gallery, provides art supply and curriculum toolboxes to community members free of charge. Lessons included are designed for three different age groups and provide space for creative inquiry while maintaining alignment with National Core Art Standards.
 
More information and additional MACtivities lessons can be found at https://www.ci.moscow.id.us/931/MACtivities.