The Importance Of Art In A Child’s Development

 

There is an overwhelming excitement and enthusiasm throughout the School as the students are busy creating the most amazing works of Art for the upcoming Art Auction on Tuesday, 26 April from 5:30pm.

It is wonderful to see the concentration on the students faces and the joyful expressions of art explored!

Creating art expands a child’s ability to interact with the world around them and provides a new set of skills for self – expression. Not only does art help to develop the right side of the brain, but it also cultivates important skills that benefit a child’s development.

SKILLS CHILDREN DEVELOP THROUGH ART ACTIVITIES:

• Life skills
• Communication skills
• Problem – solving skills
• Social & Emotional skills
• Fine Motor skills
• Self – expression & creativity

It is important, however, to separate “talent’ from ‘creativity” – a child does not have to create a masterpiece to have a meaningful artistic experience. Art is a process not just a product. It is the process of creating – exploring, discovering and experimenting – that is important and adds the greatest value. Through self – expression and creativity, a child’s skills will develop naturally. Art matters the same way language matters. It is a fundamental component of what makes us uniquely human.

Hope to see you all at our Art Auction!

Cindy Nunan

Pre-Reception Teacher