The Kinderart Way

How we think about art:

Art is natural to children.

• Our job is to bring out the art in your child and help your child acquire skills.

Art is an expressive language.

• Like ABC.  Like forming words like cat, pat, fat, mat, rat.  We learn to write step by step.  We learn to do art step by step.
• Children learn at different paces.  While we may want to accelerate the process, we must respect their individual pace.

Praise is the magic key.

• It is our job as parents and teachers to praise them so they develop positively.
  • When a child returns home with a painting, eager to show you, ask about it.  Praise him/her.  This motivates them to do better.
  • Children want to please their parents.  Studies show that when children are praised for work done, they develop in positive ways.

The Process is as Important as the Outcome.

• While final output is important, it is more important that your child
  • Enjoys learning
  • Learns HOW to learn

Outcomes more important than beautiful pictures:

• Love for Learning
• Ownership and Pride
• A Sense of Adventure, Risk-Taking and Decision-Making
• Confidence and Creativity
• Clear Ability to Draw and Paint