WEEK OF AUGUST 12-17

 

 

This week we will focus on learning class rules and expectations. We will start by working with  our first free drawing and all about me art projects.

 

ART CLASS RULES AND EXPECTATIONS

 

1. Respect classmates
2. Respect Ms.Vivian
3. Respect Art Materials

 

 

 

Why should children learn to draw and paint?

People create art for a variety of reasons, including personal expression, public exhibition, or to bring in an income. But why should children learn to draw, especially at a time when the focus of many educators is moving back to the basics – reading, writing, and math? Of course, studying art helps some students find a hidden ability and develop their special talent. Beyond that, however, there are two main reasons why you should encourage your kids to draw and paint. 

The first reason is that art helps children discover the joy of creating. We live in an age of technology, where many kids spend large amounts of time in front of computers, televisions, or video games. Their tendency is to sit and watch. However, we were created to create, and today, especially, young people need opportunities to stimulate their imaginations.

The second reason is that when you help your children learn to draw, you are helping to develop his or her self-esteem and self-confidence. What a great feeling for a child to be able to say, “Look what I did!” or “I can draw that!” I have seen my students and my own children gain a sense of accomplishment when they step back and look at what they have been able to do.