Thank you for joining us at The Spark, a curated collaborative, parent-led space designed to ‘Spark Thinking’ and inspire our youngest hearts and minds to feel good on the inside, do good on the outside.
Stib is guided by our beliefs; that creativity and inspiration are powerful tools for change, that passion is always more important than perfection, and that childhood is a natural force for good. The wellness of our youngest minds really matters & supporting their genuine internal wellbeing is one of our most passionate priorities. If we feel a deep rooted sense of who we are we are more inclined to want to leave a positive mark in our communities, both local and global and that last of all, for all its problems, we live in a beautiful world. We are excited by the positive power of people & collaboration and that we can & should keep trying to make things better.
We are always on the look out for inspiring guest bloggers so if you have something important you’d like to share then please get in touch with by emailing us at hello@stibpencils.com.
Fictional or factual, stories offer us the power to imagine, to dream, to wonder what if. With stories, the possibilities are endless. They spark the creativity within each of us, while also giving us a chance to learn about the world and better understand others. Equally, telling stories allows us to explore our inner selves and strengthen our own identities.
Read MoreOriginality is one, the ability to think independently and creatively and two, the quality of not being the same as anything or anybody else. Being ourselves, treading our own paths, is the only way to truly achieve personal satisfaction and fulfilment. Here’s our rundown of our favourite brands advocating ‘originality’.
Read MoreIf ever there was a time when the kindness and potential of our children to help change the world was apparent, this year has been it! Young people here and across the globe have done some amazing things during lockdown to help others and raise money for a good cause.
Read MoreBeing a freestyler is about celebrating our differences, and learning to be our true selves. It is only by allowing our children to express who they really are and enabling them to follow their passions, that we can give them the best opportunity to make their mark on the world. Here’s our summary of the best freestyle brands.
Read More“Creativity is experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes and having fun” - Mary Lou Cook. Whatever creativity means to you, it is at the heart of everything we do and the source of all great ideas! Here’s an introduction to our favourite creative brands…
Read MoreIt was Picasso who said ‘every child is an artist’ and exploring that inner artist enables our children to explore who they are, encourage creative thinking by stretching their imaginations and boost self-esteem by providing a sense of accomplishment. There are so many sources of inspiration on the web for making and creating and here are some of our favourites.
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence, which is gathering pace & widely spoken of as ‘the Fourth Industrial Revolution’ is going to see our young people in the eye of a storm of change not witnessed since the advent of electricity. It is estimated that a fifth of the workforce will be automated by 2030 (that’s 800 million workers*) and it is likely that a huge number of the jobs our children end up in haven’t even been invented yet. So with this in mind, how can we best prepare the next generation for a future that’s largely unknown?
Read MoreGetting little ones out in the fresh air is so important, yet how many times have you found yourself stuck inside because you’re not quite sure how to keep them entertained outdoors? Well there are a lot of simple things you can do to initiate play outside while simultaneously helping your child learn about the environment, encouraging their curiosity and appreciation for the world around them.
Read MoreWhat grown-ups do today will have a huge difference on the future of the planet that our youngest citizens grow up in. At Stib, we believe Children are a Force For Good & have a lot to teach adults. The most important tool they have is THEIR Voice. That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of 30 world-changing actions that don’t need a grown up….
Read MoreDownload your free colour-in templates featuring Stib’s secret group of animals, The Stiblers, plus a host of kids activity sheets
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