Showing posts with label importance of art for children. Show all posts
Showing posts with label importance of art for children. Show all posts

Sunday, 19 June 2011

10 Reasons why art and creative activities are so important for children

I have always spent a lot of time doing art and crafts with my two children from a very early age at home - here's a pic of my youngest Isaac when he was 12 months old after a fun but very messy painting session!!


Now I know that many parents are put off doing art and crafts at home with their little ones because of the mess - which is why classes like my Little ARTventurers pre school sessions are so popular as you can leave the mess behind for us to clear up! - but here's a little reminder of why it's so important for us to get our little ones involved in creative activities from an early age :
  • Children learn by using their senses and art is a great learning tool from a very early age
  • Art stimulates both sides of the brain
  • Art promotes self expression and self esteem
  • Art and craft activities develop hand-eye coordination
  • Art helps to develop creative thinking and problem solving abilities
  • Art and craft activities aid concentration
  • Studies show that children who participate in art activities read better and get higher grades in maths and science
  • Art encourages children to think more about their environment
  • Art is a great social activity for all ages - encouraging frienships and strengthening relationships 
  • Art and craft is rewarding and fun!

    Experimenting with splodgers, dabbers and other painting tools and spending some quality time with mum at one of our pre-school sessions!
    For more information regarding our art and craft classes for children of all ages in Sunderland and surrounding areas visit our website http://www.artventurers.co.uk/ or email us at mail@artventurers.co.uk