Why are art classes important for kids?

Art encompasses a wide range of (and results of) human activities that use creative imagination to convey technical skill, beauty, emotional force, or philosophical concepts. There is no universally accepted definition of art, and opinions have evolved over time. Painting, sculpture, and architecture are the three traditional branches of visual art. A larger definition of the arts includes theatre, dance, and other performing arts, as well as literature, music, cinema, and other interactive media. Until the 17th century, art was used to refer to any ability or expertise and was not distinguished from trades or sciences. After the 17th century, in current use, when aesthetic concerns are important, the fine arts are distinguished from learned abilities in general, such as the decorative or applied arts. Aesthetics is a field of philosophy that investigates the nature of art and related ideas such as creativity and interpretation. The resulting artworks are examined professionally in the disciplines of art criticism and art history.

Art and crafts helps kids to improve their motor skills

Arts and crafts for kids typically require them to use both hands, which aids in the development of fine motor skills and coordination. Drawing dots and lines, cutting with scissors, and even simply tearing a piece of paper are all dexterity-demanding tasks. And kids enjoy doing them. Art and crafts also helps them develop faster and become more skilled in other activities such as shoe tying, dressing, and many others.

Art and crafts helps kids to improve their vocabulary

Arts and crafts allows kids to broaden their essential vocabulary; through these activities, they will learn the names of various shapes and sizes, as well as become aware of various patterns, colour shades, and figures. 

Art and craft helps kids to express their viewpoint

Generally, children are spatial learners. Some, however, are born shy and have difficulty expressing themselves verbally. Thus they may seek out different visual ways to express their emotions and thoughts – such as arts and crafts. Art provides them a safe environment in which they can express themselves without the fear of getting shunned. 

Art and craft brings out the creativity in kids and improves their productivity 

A child’s imagination has no bounds. And, art is a fantastic way for them to channel their insatiable imagination into something more productive and creative. By choosing from a variety of materials, colours, shapes, and activities, they are able to investigate various options and select the most enjoyable activity based on their interests that can help them in future to pick a lucrative career, such as fashion design.

Art and craft activates the neural connections in a child’s brain.

Depending on the activity, art can engage all of the senses––sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. As children experiment and create by squishing paint between their fingers, mixing colours and materials, or drawing from imagination or what they see in front of them, their brain synapses fire away.

Art and craft also help kids to socialize better.

Arts and crafts provide a common ground for all kids who may have different interests or haven’t met yet. Most of them enjoy making things with their hands and seeing what other children have made. It makes no difference how old they are when it comes to creativity. The only thing that matters is what they can create with their crafts. 

Art and crafts have numerous advantages for children. Art and crafts; whether it’s painting, drawing, sewing, or music, play an important role in our children’s lives. So, parents must ensure that their children have access to the arts both inside and outside of the classroom. You never know, where it could lead to at a later stage in life. 

 

Who knows, your child could be the next Pablo Picasso.

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