Make & Take: Calming Creations
After-School Enrichment in Roseville That Helps Kids Feel Calm, Confident & Creative
A hands-on mindfulness & creative program where kids unwind after school through sensory projects, calming tools, and meaningful connection.
Led by Licensed Teacher & Mindfulness Educator Tara Willits
What is Make & Take: Calming Creations?
Looking for a meaningful after-school program in Roseville, Minnesota that helps your child relax, create, and build emotional skills?
Make & Take: Calming Creations is a hands-on enrichment experience where kids create soothing sensory tools while learning simple mindfulness techniques they can use at school and at home.
Each class is designed to support:
✔ Emotional regulation
✔ Stress relief after school
✔ Creative self-expression
✔ Confidence & independence
Instead of more stimulation, this program gives kids something they truly need:
A chance to slow down, create, and reset.
What Your Child Will Experience Each Week
Every session introduces a new calming, creative project that kids get to make and take home—building their own personalized “calm toolkit.”
Projects may include:
• Sensory bottles
• Worry stones
• Slime & calming dough
• Affirmation crafts
• Mindful art projects
Each activity is paired with a simple, age-appropriate mindfulness practice like:
• Breathing techniques
• Grounding exercises
• Positive self-talk
• Relaxation strategies
So kids don’t just make something, they learn how to use it to feel better!
Why Roseville Families Choose This Program
Parents love Make & Take: Calming Creations because it offers more than just after-school care.
✔ Screen-free, structured enrichment
✔ Supports emotional regulation & resilience
✔ Helps kids decompress after a long school day
✔ Builds confidence through creativity
✔ Small group, supportive environment
This is the perfect alternative to traditional after-school programs, especially for kids who need a calmer, more mindful space.
Designed by Licensed Teacher & Mindfulness Educator Tara Willits
This program is created and led by licensed teacher Tara Willits, founder of The Mindfulness Movement™.
With a background in child development, trauma-informed care, and social-emotional learning, Tara designs each class to support the whole child—emotionally, socially, and creatively.
Programs are used in schools across Minnesota and are designed to be:
✔ Developmentally appropriate
✔ Inclusive & welcoming
✔ Grounded in real SEL practices
Make & Take: Calming Creations is offered at select Roseville Area Schools, making it easy and convenient for families.
Perfect for elementary-aged students looking for a creative, calming after-school experience.
Spots are limited due to small group sizes.
Available in Roseville Area Schools
Spring
Make & Take: Calming Creations Classes
Roseville
Ready to Give Your Child a Calm, Creative After-School Experience?
Spots fill quickly for this popular program.
Give your child something they’ll actually look forward to after school—
a space to relax, create, and feel good.
Parent Questions, Answered
Is this childcare or enrichment?
1
This is a structured enrichment program focused on mindfulness, creativity, and emotional skills.
What does my child bring home?
2
A new calming tool or craft each week they can continue using at home.
Is this good for shy or anxious kids?
3
Yes! This is one of the BEST environments for those kids—calm, supportive, and low-pressure.
What age is this for?
4
Designed for elementary-aged or middle-school children.