By Spramani Elaun
Visual Art Teaching Methodology
Whichever education philosophy you choose for your child, this visual art method will align perfectly, based on the fact this is not an art method focused on the views and values of any educational system. This method is solely based on how children evolve artistically and inquire fine art skill mastery as they develop through childhood. This can be compared to early childhood education and how all children go through the same process of development. This natural art method aligns with a young child’s growth path, working innately with how they explore, process, and discover drawing, painting, sculpting, and constructing all 2-D, 3-D forms. This alignment moves from a child-led process of art-making, to conscious creating, then finally to fine art mastery. These art lessons are holistic and work with a child’s visual perception, fine motor skills, and cognitive processing (Science Art Method™), not an educational model. This natural visual art method will complement and enhance the visual art foundation of your curriculum or educational philosophies. The method works seamlessly with a parent teaching at home, in a small private group, or at a school. If you decide to move your child into a different teaching philosophy or educational system, he or she will hold the foundation of visual art skills with them on that journey. Until now there has never been a child art method that complements how children grow. This natural art method does.
Hello, I’m Spramani Elaun an International art teacher, art curriculum developer, art trainer, art supply developer, author of six art education books focused on the Sensorial – Science Art Method™. My books, curriculum and training are practical resources for educators who work with children in early childhood – Elementary grades. Founder and principal of Nature of Art® (San Diego, CA)
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Testimonial
I am a teacher-educator and mother to two homeschooled children. I met Spramani Elaun last March at the American Montessori Society Annual Conference in Dallas and purchased her book and some of her art materials. Since then I have been immensely inspired by her method as it is aligned with the Montessori principles. I have been applying it with both of my kids at home and have seen such a success! Nurturing Children in the Visuals Arts Naturally is not just a book, it is an inspiring teacher’s guide for homeschool or the classroom.
Heidy Simon
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This book is the new “must have” resource for teachers and parents alike. I hope Ms. Elaun has many more books in the works. Nurturing Children in The Visual Arts Naturally gives the visual arts their proper due as an antidote to what ails our children in this age of focus on “teaching to the test.” Even in these times of high tech and low touch, communication is connection and hands-on learning is essential for proper human development. This book will teach you just how to encourage this full potential via the visual arts. This brilliant book should grace the shelves of every school and home library as a timeless resource for positive child development.
Marga Schneider-Munoz, MD, MPH
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A well thought out and needed book written by an artist, art teacher, entrepreneur, and homeschooling mom with many years of experience nurturing children in the arts. Both of my girls have enjoyed Spramani’s art classes and collaborative community projects over the years. In this book, she shares her knowledge and experience through many years of being around and teaching children of all ages to learn art naturally, at their pace and interest level. This method flows so naturally, especially for my homeschooled kids. The book outlines not only the “whys” of why it’s good to nurture children in the arts with her methods, but includes some wonderful examples as well. She’s put a lot of thought, research, and time into creating this book to help others facilitate this method of learning art naturally for their families. I really enjoyed the book and wish it much success. Also, my girls and I love her paint products and love knowing that they are safe!
Mandy Sicard – unschooling mom
Art Teaching Method Books
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Defining Visual Arts, Digital Book
Clay Play
Introducing Visual Arts to Montessori Classrooms
For Montessori Teachers teaching elementary grades.
Kids Color Theory
Kids Color Theory is perfect for teaching children basic color mixing.
Nurturing Children In The Visual Arts Naturally
Kids Painting
Teach young kids how to paint, with materials & set-up guide.
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