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. 💕
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!
Hurray! The highlight of the year!! I love the minimalist approach to depicting the Eiffel Tower. It reminds me of Picasso’s “Bull Head.”
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.