This course will introduce students to the importance of therapeutic programming for youth in a variety of settings. Students will be provided with a conceptual framework and the necessary skills to develop programs that can be used in the attainment of leisure, educational, and therapeutic goals with youth. Attention will be given to selecting and obtaining resources necessary for successful program implementation. Through hands-on exploration, students will gain exposure to skills in arts, crafts, games, and music that assist youth in identifying and developing their strengths and discovering their hidden talents as well as providing healthy outlets for leisure time. Students will learn to analyze the skill level required in various activities and how modifications can be made to ensure client satisfaction and success. Considerable emphasis will be placed upon tapping into children's creative potential using a variety of mediums in the recreation domain.