The annual Art Show is up and running. As always, the art is stellar. Why? Because I empower children. I tell them, “You can do this!” I show them works of art by the masters – slowly and purposefully. I start with Starry Night, because it hangs in the classroom. Then I move to Monet, Picasso, and more.
Can you imagine being a child, looking at significant art, and your teacher telling you, “You can do this?” It’s enormous for children.
Of course music inspires art, and I bring in my record player and albums. Children think this is the greatest new technology, so they pay attention and listen. This year, Four Seasons by Vivaldi and Shout by the Isley Brothers were the big hits. Don’t you love it?
We walked to the post office.
I showed children their art,
one child at a time.
This is a glimpse. I hope you can scroll in on some works of art. Of course children gave their ‘masterpiece’ a title. Priceless!
They also wrote words to display alongside the art, a big challenge for 3 and 4 year olds.
This year we focused on impressionism, pointillism, cubism
(inspired by Picasso’s The Three Musicians)
Also Piet Mondrian
And Henri Rousseau
And of course the Eiffel Tower,
since we learned about France.
Art is unspoken words, with heart.
Jennie
A Teacher's Reflections 
Wow Jennie there is so much talent there …you certainly bring out the best in the Aquaroomers…music and art a match made in heaven. 💜😎😎
Thank you, Willow. You’re right about music and art, definitely a match made in heaven. 💕
Such a lovely post 😍😍
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enjoyed these 🙂
I’m glad.
I was so happy to see this in person a few years ago. Their work is amazing. Kudos to you for encouraging them and nurturing their talent.
I remember, Dan! It’s amazing what children can do with encouragement.
Wonderful artworks by the Aquaroomers!
Thank you, FR!
I want to sit in that art class. So cool! 😎😎😎
I’d love to have you there, Brian. Many thanks!
Wonderful, Jennie!
Thank you, Mitch.
Every time you post about the children’s art on display. it makes me tear up. It is just so special. All kids have talent if they are encouraged!
Awww… 🥰 thank you, Darlene. I tear up, too, every year. You are spot on that all kids have talent if they are encouraged!
Hurray! The highlight of the year!! I love the minimalist approach to depicting the Eiffel Tower. It reminds me of Picasso’s “Bull Head.”
That’s so nice of you to say, Liz. Thank you! Coffee stirrers were our ‘go to’ for making the Eiffel Tower. I can see why it made you think of Picasso’s Bull Head..
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I always look forward to this, and love to see the originals displayed next to the kids’ versions. They did great, and well done to the Post Office for acting as their gallery for the show!
Best wishes, Pete.
I’m so glad you enjoy this every year, Pete. Yes, putting a photo of the ‘real deal’ beside the child’s art makes it even more special. The Post Office is perfect, as it central to the town, and their foyer entrance is a huge blank wall with lots of sunlight. Honestly, I would love to do this with children a little older, but I’d need a month with them.
Fabulous art display! You and your children did a wonderful job!
Thank you!
Magnificent in all counts! Bravo to the young artists on a beautiful show!
Many thanks, Beth!
A marvelous art exhibition, Jennie. Great for the children and the people of your town.
Thank you, Robbie. Yes, it is so good for the town and of course for the children.
Jennie – you are not the average teacher and I know the parents appreciate you and the extras you bring – and this art show was superb! I enjoyed it from the post but bet it was even more exicitng to see it in person
That’s so nice…thank you! Yes, the art is incredible to see in person. Children can do so much when they’re encouraged.
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These are all beautiful. My eye went to the impression of the Eiffel Tower immediately. A super learning experience for these children. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, John. Who knew coffee stirrers could make an Eiffel Tower! It was a great learning experience for the children. They are very proud.
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Amazing, amazing! 💝😊💝
Thank you, Vicki! 🥰
Special… how wonderfully special ❤
Thank you, Annette! 💕
Displaying their work publicly, in the community or within the school, means a great deal to kids and emphasizes that we value art.
You are so right on all counts, Pete. It really does. I would love to do this with older children, K-3, but it would take me a full month.
Children’s art shows are precious
They are!
I saw this on Beth’s blog, and thought of you. Best wishes, Pete.
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Yes!! Thanks, Pete. I’m a big Beth fan.
Wonderful!
Thank you, Laura!
Hi Jennie, This is simply wonderful!
Thanks so much, Charles!
Amazing work! Thanks to you, they must feel so proud.
Thank you, Marcia. When children feel the “I can”, their work is amazing. They are so proud!
I’ve written two poems inspired by paintings of Van Gogh.
Have you heard Don McLean’s song Vincent? It’s a good one. Though it might not be the best one to share in school, since it mentions Van Gogh’s suicide.
I often think of van Gogh. Such a sad life, and he only sold one painting. Thank goodness for his brother. I’ve heard the song, but it’s not the best for preschoolers. Thank you, Andrew.