Art, Literacy & Learning by: Anna Reyner, MA, ATR Registered Art Therapist Director of Training: Excelligence Learning Corporation.

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Art, Literacy & Learning by: Anna Reyner, MA, ATR Registered Art Therapist Director of Training: Excelligence Learning Corporation

WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT ART ? ? ?

Art promotes Hands-On Self-Directed Learning

Art engages Children’s Senses in Open- Ended Play

Art Experience develops specific skills: Cognitive Emotional Social Multi-Sensory

Eric Erickson’s BUILDING BLOCKS for healthy child development: 1) Cognitive 2) Emotional 3) Social 4) Kinesthetic/Sensory

The Art & Literacy Connection: HOW DOES IT HAPPEN ?

ART BUILDS: Spatial Relations & Visual Literacy

COMMON ELEMENTS Language Lines Shapes Letters Words Sentences Art Lines Shapes Color Texture Volume

COMMON ELEMENTS: Lines & Shapes

Art promotes PRINT AWARENESS

Art promotes symbol awareness 3.5 year old 2.5 year old

Art Enhances Eye – Hand – Brain Coordination

BioColor Bird Prints combine 1 footprint + 2 handprints

Art Enhances Verbal & Visual Creativity

Balloon Art: Open Ended Discovery Balloon Art: Torn & made into an animal

Art Builds Aesthetic Awareness & Self Esteem

Art is a language … not a decoration

Meaningful art experiences provide children with AUTHENTIC SELF EXPRESSION The freedom of choice, thought & feeling.

CHILDREN WHO ARE INVOLVED IN THE ARTS: Imagine, create, express. Interpret & reflect life. Develop self confidence & self discipline. Experience an important window to different cultures & values. Think critically, solve problems, and make informed judgments. Work cooperatively in groups. Appreciate others points of view. Are open to new pathways for learning all subjects.