“All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.”
-Pablo Picasso
I have to admit, I am a bit disappointed with the current art section in my classroom. It’s just soooooo plain. We have 2 shelves filled with various activities, but not ONE work offers the child a deeper look into Art and Art History. What’s funny is that the afternoon Lead Directress is an ART MAJOR, and I honestly expected so much more from someone with that type of background. (She’s been there for over 25 years, so I think she lost her “Montessori Modjo”.)
Art is great and we need more of it in our classrooms! Keep in mind, that when I use the term “art”, I mean projects beyond markers and crayons. We can use Art to teach our children about the world around them.
One of my classmates recommend us to purchase the book: GLOBAL ART: Activities, Projects, and Inventions from around the world.
It’s a book filled with a bunch of art projects and ideas from various countries. Each chapter is organized by continents, and teaches the child world art history.
When a child learns about art, they learn to appreciate beauty!
If you want to bring more culture into your child’s life…check this book out!
Above: A picture of a colorful Zambian basket.
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