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Children spend most of their days following different sets of rules designed to tell them how to think, how to act, what to do in any given situation. But they need time to explore things outside of those rules if they are to be successful in the future. They need to be able to think creatively.
Participation in the arts has been proven to increase academic performance. Art helps children develop essential learning skills and out of the box thinking. Art helps children think for themselves, consider multiple viewpoints and explore a wider range of possibilities. And while all of those are reason enough to support art programs for kids, there are some unique and very significant reasons visual learners need art.
Children spend most of their days following different sets of rules designed to tell them how to think, how to act, what to do in any given situation. But they need time to explore things outside of those rules if they are to be successful in the future. They need to be able to think creatively. I have compiled a list of ideas for you to get them started in their creative adventures where the limits are boundless.
Bring the sights of fall into your house this weekend with this How to Draw an Owl video. Your children will enjoy learning but even more importantly, they’ll gain confidence that leaves them wanting to do more art.
This past month we covered some very important back to school topics including Back to School Rituals, Parents as Advocates, Back to School Brains. We also share how Visual Learners Can Rule the World, 5 Ways Kids are Winning With Art Class and August Activities! If you missed any, find them here…
Art is a universal language. It’s joyful. It’s inclusive. It knows no boundaries. When children make art, they experience the unique satisfaction and joy that making art offers, along with…
Albert Einstein was a genius. Did you know he was also a right brain and VISUAL thinker?
July is here, summer is in full swing! Here are some fun activities to do as a family!
1. Paint Popsicle sticks and glue together to make an American flag.
2. Print and color this connect the dots coloring page for the 4th.
3. Layer Cranberry Juice, Berry flavored Gatorade and 7-up in a glass over ice to make a patriotic beverage.
