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TSG Social Emotional Learning Based Art Activity Book
TSG Social Emotional Learning Based Art Activity Book
TSG Social Emotional Learning Based Art Activity Book

TSG Social Emotional Learning Based Art Activity Book

Regular price $20.00
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 With the drastic inequities in mental health and education access in Chicago, there is a pressing demand for our SEL Art Activity Book and we have received over 3000 requests from our partner schools across the city. Your book purchase sponsors one book for a TSG student in need. Full of reflective activities, meditations, and beautiful coloring pages, this book is suited to kids (and adults!) of all ages, and we encourage you to pick up additional copies for you and your loved ones.

To increase your impact and get even more books into the hands of the students who need them most, please consider donating here.

More Information on the TSG Art Activity Book below:

Since the COVID-19 Pandemic hit our communities, it has exacerbated inequities that have always existed in Chicago. As schools began shutting down and curriculum quickly shifted online, unequal access to internet and technology became a drastic problem, leaving over one-third of students with no access to education or mental health support in low-income communities.

In addition, the pandemic has intensified the mental health crisis which will affect generations to come. In response to this crisis, TSG developed our first Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Based Art Activity Book to support the well-being and mental health of our youth without internet access.

The TSG Art Activity Book synthesizes TSG's SEL-Based Art Curriculum into a printed Art Activity & Coloring Book focused on developing a student's understanding of what the 'simple good' means to them through influences of artists from all around the world. The students will take a journey of identifying positivity in their lives and their communities, developing an understanding of how they can use their 'simple goods' to change the world. The book will feature pages from incredible artists from all over the globe including Alice Pasquini (Italy), Oak Oak (France), Stinkfish (Colombia), Ivan Vazquez (Chicago), Richard Colman (San Francisco) and more!

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TSG Bracelets
TSG Bracelets
TSG Bracelets
TSG Bracelets

TSG Bracelets

Regular price $15.00
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Grab a TSG Bracelet and help spread positive vibes by passing one onto someone who has shown you an act of 'the simple good' in your life.

Each bracelet is made of lava stone beads (provides energies of strength & courage) and sandal wood beads (protects from negative energies) and has a beautifully engraved silver pendant. Each bracelet sold helps support TSG Youth Art Programming focused on mindfulness and social emotional learning.

 

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'We Are Better Together' Throw Pillow
'We Are Better Together' Throw Pillow

'We Are Better Together' Throw Pillow

Regular price $30.00
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"My simple good that we are better together. This means that we as people can work together and accomplish more things together. My artwork expresses a social issue by showing people around the planet earth holding hands. We all should care about each other so that we could get more things done. My artwork can impact the Little Village community by showing people helping each other. We need to help clean up our community and get rid of all the gun violence. The Rwanda students will see that we are from the same planet so we are equal are we can take care of the planet together. Even through we are far away and of a different race we are we should care about one another and our world."

Ivan C., 7th Grade, Little Village, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

  • All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective. 
  • 100% polyester case and insert
  • Hidden zipper
  • Machine-washable case
  • Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)
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"The Simple Good of Chicago" Long-Sleeve
"The Simple Good of Chicago" Long-Sleeve
"The Simple Good of Chicago" Long-Sleeve
"The Simple Good of Chicago" Long-Sleeve

"The Simple Good of Chicago" Long-Sleeve

Regular price $40.00
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Introducing our limited edition TSG 10 Year Themed Long Sleeves! Our super soft long sleeve tee was created to celebrate our 10 year anniversary and to recognize the simple good that exists all around our city! Grab this limited edition long sleeve today!

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The Simple Good SEL-Based Art Activity Book - Chicago Edition
The Simple Good SEL-Based Art Activity Book - Chicago Edition
The Simple Good SEL-Based Art Activity Book - Chicago Edition
The Simple Good SEL-Based Art Activity Book - Chicago Edition
The Simple Good SEL-Based Art Activity Book - Chicago Edition

The Simple Good SEL-Based Art Activity Book - Chicago Edition

Regular price $25.00
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You can now purchase our 2nd Edition of The Simple Good Art Activity Book!

The Simple Good Art Activity Book synthesizes our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Mindfulness-based curriculum into a printed art activity coloring book! Our art activity book is packed with mindfulness meditations, thought-provoking journal prompts and captivating coloring pages created by some of Chicago's most notable artists. Each page challenges readers to grow in self-awareness, mindfulness, and to understand their meaning of 'the simple good'. Just like our students in the classroom, readers will take a journey in identifying positivity in their lives and their communities, developing an understanding of how they can use their 'simple goods' to change the world. 

Your book purchase sponsors one book for a TSG student in need! To increase your impact and get even more books into the hands of the students who need them most, please consider donating here.

Thank you to Allstar Press , Chicago Bulls and the following 23 (in Chicago fashion-Go BULLS) contributing artists for helping bring our 2nd SEL Art Activity book to life:

 Alyssa Low - Ariel Sinha -  Chris Orta - Conrad Javier - Danny J. Martinez 
 Dwight White - ELLOO - Griffin Goodman - Goosenek -Julia Franco
Kate Lynn Lewis - Katie Lukes - Kayla Mahaffey - Mac Blackout - Nate Otto
Nina Palomba - Penny Pinch - Sergio Farfan - Steve Seeley - Totes Ferosh
Ollie Tousius (TSG Contribution) - Priya Shah (TSG Contribution)

 

HISTORY OF THE SIMPLE GOOD ART ACTIVITY BOOK BELOW:The first Simple Good SEL-based Art Activity Book (2020 launch) is a beautiful tool of hope that emerged during the pandemic as we realized that many of our communities did not have access to the internet to participate in our virtual programs. In response to the drastic inequities in mental health and education access in Chicago, we collaborated with artists from around the world to create a physical book with our SEL and Mindfulness-based curriculum. Within the first year of publishing we received 3,000 book requests from schools across Chicago. Today, The Simple Good's SEL-Based Art Activity Books (2020) continues to be used in the classrooms and by adults alike!

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TSG X Kayla Mahaffey X Chicago Bulls LIMITED EDITION SHORT-SLEEVE T-SHIRT
TSG X Kayla Mahaffey X Chicago Bulls LIMITED EDITION SHORT-SLEEVE T-SHIRT
TSG X Kayla Mahaffey X Chicago Bulls LIMITED EDITION SHORT-SLEEVE T-SHIRT
TSG X Kayla Mahaffey X Chicago Bulls LIMITED EDITION SHORT-SLEEVE T-SHIRT

TSG X Kayla Mahaffey X Chicago Bulls LIMITED EDITION SHORT-SLEEVE T-SHIRT

Regular price $65.00
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Our Limited Edition TSG x Kayla Mahaffey x Chicago Bulls collab t-shirt was created for our 8th Annual Hunt for Good Fundraiser to support TSG Mindfulness-based Youth Art Programs. 

Artwork by Nationally renown Chicago-based Artist, Kayla Mahaffey. Kayla's design has a fiery vigor to it, to represent the determination it takes to play the game of basketball. Her artworks illustrate a transitional period of overcoming hardships and finding new life pathways. Her design for this t-shirt borrows from that idea, by keeping 'simple good' themes like imagination, determination, growth and resilience alive.

All proceeds go towards TSG Social Emotional Learning based Youth Art Residency Programs to empower and embolden the possibility of our youth to become positive activists to change our world.

*Please note that v-necks run a size small; please order a size up!

Dark Gray Color Unisex Lightweight T-Shirt

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The Simple Good Tote Bag
The Simple Good Tote Bag
The Simple Good Tote Bag
The Simple Good Tote Bag

The Simple Good Tote Bag

Regular price $20.00
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Be the definition of #thesimplegood wherever you go by repping our TSG tote bag! A simple good embodies the spirit of positivity, it is an occurrence, object or person easily encountered that brings joy and promotes gratitude. When you carry this TSG tote bag, you spread the simple good wherever you go!

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'Fried Chicken in Auburn Gresham' Throw Pillow
'Fried Chicken in Auburn Gresham' Throw Pillow

'Fried Chicken in Auburn Gresham' Throw Pillow

Regular price $30.00
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“My simple goods are sunsets, winter and Harold's fried chicken. I love chicken because it is so good and delicious. I love Chicago because even though it is violent it has many other beautiful qualities.”


- Ajia, Auburn Gresham, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

  • All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective. 
  • 100% polyester case and insert
  • Hidden zipper
  • Machine-washable case
  • Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)
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Sheroes of COVID-19 [Chicago Edition] Comic Book
Sheroes of COVID-19 [Chicago Edition] Comic Book
Sheroes of COVID-19 [Chicago Edition] Comic Book

Sheroes of COVID-19 [Chicago Edition] Comic Book

Regular price $15.00
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During Winter 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic that still dictated our realities, there was no certainty on what life would continue to look like. It was during this time when Chicago non-profits, The Simple Good and BUILD Chicago, came together to reflect on the challenges of the past year and how we can work together to create light amidst the chaos. It did not take long for the youth to become the highlight of the discussion, being inspired by the resilience they always show. It was important for us to celebrate their continued strengths, leadership, and acts of simple good that they take part in everyday in order to show the world that these are acts that truly impact others.

 This compilation of comics was inspired by The Simple Good’s Sheroes of COVID-19’ book, which shared stories about female sheroes from across the globe who stepped up their leadership to spread the simple good during the pandemic. We wanted to challenge our girls to also think of themselves as change agents in their worlds as Sheroes of Chicago- elevating their truths that they have discovered throughout the pandemic.

This book is written by BUILD Chicago’s BUILDing Girls 2 Women youth who will share how they are Sheroes in their Chicago communities, depicting the ways they have used their meaning of the simple good to change their world. Read their stories and join their movement in order to create a better world… together.

Proceeds of this book go to TSG and BUILD Chicago.

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'The Simple Good' Knit Beanie

'The Simple Good' Knit Beanie

Regular price $25.00
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What's better than gearing up for the winter than a fresh beanie that supports spreading positivity to youth?!


A comfortable, warm knit beanie.

• 60% cotton/40% acrylic

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'Caring and Courageous' Throw Pillow
'Caring and Courageous' Throw Pillow

'Caring and Courageous' Throw Pillow

Regular price $30.00
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All orders made between 11/9-12/3 will be placed on 12/4 following the City of Big Dreams fundraising festival. All shipments will be 3-4 weeks after final orders confirmed.

"My simple good is to be caring and courageous. I feel this way because when someone actually cares for me it gets me really happy and it also gives me courage to do the right thing. I feel like this is very important because we all know that we have to care for each other and it’s really nice to do something good for others and see them smile. It is also harder for the other people because if there close to the person that is suffering it is hard for them to see that person cry or be sad. I think my work will impact the Little Village community because it will make people reflect and communicate with others. I think the Rwanda students will gain courage and also many happinesses from my artwork."

Jackelyn A., 7th Grade, Little Village, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

  • All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective.
  • 100% polyester case and insert
  • Hidden zipper
  • Machine-washable case
  • Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)
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'Better World' Throw Pillow
'Better World' Throw Pillow

'Better World' Throw Pillow

Regular price $30.00
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"My simple good is making the world better because there is too much fighting and hurt in the world, especially right now. My simple good came from connections to seeing others try to make life better. I depicted my simple good in my work by trying to portray the idea that art can create various emotions in different people. I plan on using my simple good in my community by showing people how art can change their mindset. This is important because art can really help people."


Akeylah A., 8th Grade, Bronzeville, Chicago

A strategically placed accent can bring the whole room to life, and this pillow is just what you need to do that. What's more, the soft, machine-washable case with the shape-retaining insert is a joy to have long afternoon naps on.

  • All items are considered Final Sale unless the product is defective.
  • 100% polyester case and insert
  • Hidden zipper
  • Machine-washable case
  • Shape-retaining polyester insert included (handwash only)
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