Jr Imagination

Hi, I'm Marjorie Sarnat. I’ve taught art to kids in public and private schools, am past editor of “Arts & Activities Magazine,” and also design kids’ crafts such as Project Runway® fashion dolls for major manufacturers. You've seen my products throughout Michaels and Joanne's stores. In 2010 my partner, Marty Safir and I co-founded Jr Imagination, a company whose mission is to facilitate creativity in kids. I believe creative thinking skills are as essential to a student’s future as any other educational goal. When I was a student myself I was surrounded by academic stars. I didn't know that I could be a star myself. I was creatively gifted, but that gift was unrecognized. Now I wish to offer all kids the opportunity to develop creative thinking skills and to shine a bright light on the creatively talented kids whose gifts might otherwise go unnoticed. As a teacher and a mom I know that creativity comes naturally to all kids; I want to keep those flames alive.

Hi, I'm Marjorie Sarnat. I’ve taught art to kids in public and private schools, am past editor of “Arts & Activities Magazine,” and also design kids’ crafts such as Project Runway® fashion dolls for major manufacturers. You've seen my products throughout Michaels and Joanne's stores. In 2010 my partner, Marty Safir and I co-founded Jr Imagination, a company whose mission is to facilitate creativity in kids. I believe creative thinking skills are as essential to a student’s future as any other educational goal. When I was a student myself I was surrounded by academic stars. I didn't know that I could be a star myself. I was creatively gifted, but that gift was unrecognized. Now I wish to offer all kids the opportunity to develop creative thinking skills and to shine a bright light on the creatively talented kids whose gifts might otherwise go unnoticed. As a teacher and a mom I know that creativity comes naturally to all kids; I want to keep those flames alive.

We offer products that encourage kids to believe in the power of their imaginations. These include lesson plans, books, apps, games, and fun activities that enable children to develop their creative thinking skills. Our goal at Jr Imagination is to grow the creative potential of every child, lead young dreamers to success, and raise the next generation of achievers. Through teaching Marjorie observed that there’s inherent creativity in all children (artistic or not), and it became her passion to help teachers and parents develop it. At Jr Imagination we understand that creatively gifted students aren't necessarily identified as the most intellectually gifted. Creative talent abounds among advanced, average, and learning-challenged kids. And while all children are naturally creative, we, as educators and parents, must nurture that creativity.

"151 Uncommon and Amazing Art Studio Secrets" — Winner: Best Art Book, Non-Fiction, Global eBook Awards 2011 and Winner: Best Book Cover, Non-Fiction, Global eBook Awards 2011 Creative Play Award by Dr. Toy in 2008 for Project Runway® Designer Dolls.

Marjorie studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree and teaching credentials from Eastern Michigan University. She also earned a Certificate of Training from the International Center for Studies in Creativity from Buffalo State University, NY. Marty studied Fine Art at UCLA and went on to found a successful graphic design firm.

Marjorie and Marty live in Southern California with their creative daughter, talented son, and almost-genius dogs.