In this blog, I’m going to share my drawing lesson using the child’s sensory system combined with nature observation. I use leaves picked from local plants, trees, along with other nature resources. I also use various items found around the outdoors. This project is very exciting because I’ve been observing children’s sensory drawing abilities for […]
Clay Modeling Supports Good Tactile Sensory Play
What Clay Modeling is Clay modeling is an excellent art activity for young children because it engages multiple senses. Traditionally, clay modeling involves hand manipulation of soft clay. Children love playing with clay, shaping it into various forms. Clay modeling is a fundamental domain of visual arts that supports spatial learning in three dimensions. Clay […]
Tactile Art Projects Good For Kids
Tactile Art Projects Good For Kids By Spramani Elaun In my book Nurturing Children in The Visual Arts I share all the benefits to why sensory tactile exploring is beneficial for children. Here are some of those benefits listed from my book. Sensory ability, cognition and fine motor control are all linked together. Our sensory […]