We will be doing different art activities than what we did the last Fantastic Friday, so I hope you can join us!
Kids love to get messy, generally. I have seen a lot more kids lately that don't and it worries me! Open-ended messy art allows children the freedom to create, the control to make their own choices and the ability to explore possibilities without the threat of mistakes. Children that are allowed to create on their own develop self-esteem, problem-solving skills, confidence and perseverance. I have often seen a child breakdown and cry because they made a "mistake" with their art project or because their project didn't look like the sample or another person's project. I have seen many parents "take over" the art project or direct the child in what the project should look like. It is very, very tempting for parents to do this because as parents we want our children to be the best they can be and we want to help them. Sometimes the best thing for them is difficult for us!
I absolutely loved our first Fantastic Friday! It was the best program ever! There were so many wonderful parents there that allowed their children to get messy and the kids had fun! Next Friday, we will do some Fizzle and Sizzle Sidewalk Painting, Flyswatter Painting, Potion Making, Koosh Ball Painting and more!
Make sure to dress so you can be a mess from your head to your toes!
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