Art centers are often used in early childhood classrooms and provide many creative opportunities for children to be involved. Describe the elements that should be included in an Art Center so that it will function effectively; include materials and tools that should be accessible. What learning will the children gain from participating in this special area?
What will be an ideal response?
An art center should be located near water or with a way to bring water to the space. It should include a variety of paper choices including a selection of colors, sizes, and textures. Tools may include brushes of different sizes, paint rollers, scissors, glue, hole-punch, and other objects. Paint options should include tempera, water color, chalk, and charcoal. A junk box with scraps, pieces of fabric, cardboard, foil, and other materials could provide additional stimulation for creating. Low tables should provide a place to sit or stand as the children work on projects. The area should be aesthetically attractive with artwork of children and great artists. Materials should be clearly displayed and labeled so children can see their options and make choices. It would be helpful to have a place to store and display work in process so the children can return to refine and revisit their work.
Much learning can take place in this area as children make choices, problem solve, use language, develop small motor skills, and build their confidence in their capabilities in the arts. They also refine social skills as they collaborate on individual and group work.
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