Physical Development When child care providers offer art activities, they are supporting children’s large and small muscle development, as well as their eye-hand coordination. Using crayons, markers, and paintbrushes helps children practice the fine motor control they will need for writing later on. Cognitive Development Young children can learn the names of colors and
CategoryPreschool
Showcasing some of the artwork by our kindergarten children.
“Every artist was first an amateur” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Importance of art in child development
Developmental Benefits of Art By Grace Hwang Lynch Motor Skills Many of the motions involved in making art, such as holding a paintbrush or scribbling with a crayon, are essential to the growth of fine motor skills in young children. Language Development For very young children, making art—or just talking about it—provides opportunities