“Old bamboos grow, new shoots spring up,” the younger generation are the sprouts that need care and cultivation. And one of the wonderful ways to nurture children’s souls is through painting. So how can parents and teachers become “seed sowers” for the passion for art in every child? Let’s explore with “SOFT SKILLS” the secrets of teaching children drawing skills, sparking creativity and the joy of colorful strokes for your beloved little ones!
Understanding Children’s Hearts Through Drawings
Before embarking on the journey of teaching drawing, it’s important for parents and teachers to understand children’s psychology and abilities. Because each child is a unique individual with different personalities and learning abilities.
Age and the Development of Artistic Thinking
Professor Le Thi Nga, in her book “Art and Children,” wrote: “From 1-3 years old, children draw instinctively with scribbled lines full of spontaneity. In the 4-6 age group, children begin to have an awareness of shapes, colors, and express them more clearly.”
Respecting Individuality and Freedom of Creative Expression
Every child is a born artist. Therefore, parents and teachers should let children freely express themselves, without imposing their own thoughts or forcing children to draw according to their wishes.
Embarking on the Journey of Colorful Strokes
Preparing Tools
Choose simple, easy-to-use, and safe drawing tools for children such as:
- Drawing paper: A4 paper, A3 paper, or specialized drawing paper
- Pencils, colored pencils, crayons
- Watercolor paints, paintbrushes
- Blackboard, white chalk
Inspiring Creative Inspiration
To ignite a love for painting in children, parents and teachers can:
- Let children interact with nature, observe and feel the beauty around them.
- Tell children fairy tales and folk legends with vivid illustrations.
- Show children pictures and artworks suitable for their age.
- Organize extracurricular activities, take children to visit museums, art galleries, etc.
“Drawing” Stories with Images
Instead of teaching children to draw from available samples, parents should encourage children to “draw” their own stories. For example, after listening to the story “The Tale of the Hundred-Knot Bamboo Tree,” let children freely express their imagination about Mr. Khoai, about the magical bamboo tree, etc.
Secrets to “Keeping the Fire” for Passion
Praise – “Spiritual Doping”
A word of praise and encouragement from parents and teachers is a great source of motivation to help children become more confident and love painting.
Displaying “Artworks”
Dedicate a small corner in the house or classroom to display children’s “artworks.” This not only helps children feel proud of their achievements but also encourages their creative spirit.
Conclusion
Teaching children to draw is not just about teaching pencil skills and coloring, but also an art of inspiring, guiding, and conveying inspiration. Hopefully, with the above sharing from “SOFT SKILLS”, parents and teachers will have more useful skills to accompany their children on their journey to explore the colorful world of painting.
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