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5 comments:
Interesting article. I also read in one of the Reggio books about how they taught the children how to use different art materials - clay, paintbrushes, etc. I think we automatically assume they know how to use the materials.
In the "old" days, we were taught not to ask kids "What is it?" when they showed us their work. We were told to ask "tell me about what you made". That made sense to me, and it truly makes sense in the Reggio inspired way of teaching because we want to focus on the process, the movement, the experience. However, the children are still into the "product" aspect and it is frustrating when they can't make something they want to. Sometimes when a child wants to make a cat, but says she can't do it, it is our job not to suggest she try later, but to help her come up with ways to get the results she is looking for.
I like your comments--making me think...
Good article. I also do not like people asking children what they are making, because most of the time they do not know until they are done and they just get frustrated. I agree that it is the best to provide children with space, supplies and time and let them enjoy the process not just destination.
A refreshing article. It inspires me to cover creativity in parent ed and share these ideas with parents and caregivers.
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