Art class teaches kids to respect others, start a dialogue, experiment with materials, observe, find their voice, self-evaluate, make connections, express themselves, learn from their mistakes, clean up, reflect on their work, embrace diversity, persevere, have an opinion, appreciate beauty, break away from stereotypes, envision solutions, value aesthetics, see another point of view, & innovate!
Art raises test scores, increases self awareness, and it's calming. Art improves spatial awareness, fine motor skills, motivation, concentration, and confidence. Art is a universal language. Self-expression and creativity are essential to our humanity and purpose.
In language arts, children learn about words, how to structure words and how to make sentences. Art is very similar. In Art, we study the elements and principles of design, using them to create a work of art.