10 Reasons to encourage your child to draw
Drawing is a universal childhood activity, and for good reason – it is an excellent indicator of early learning in children. Children use drawings to express moods, visualise ideas, or explore conceptual themes – all of which are great ways for parents to understand the behaviour and motivations of children.
Here are 10 Reasons why you should encourage your child to draw.
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- Drawing improves visual spatial recognition and depth perception.
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- Drawing as storytelling, improves narrative abilities.
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- Drawing helps children create a mental-model of the world.
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- Children progresses through stages of drawing, which are indicators of development.
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- Drawing promotes fine-motor skills, dexterity and control.
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- Drawing improves perceptual abilities such as contour and form recognition.
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- Drawing is a participative parental activity.
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- Drawing improves focus and attention
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- Drawing expands imagination and creative-thinking abilities.
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- Drawing as conversation improves social and communication abilities.
