Based on the view that art should be a vital component of young childrens experiences this book examines the high scope approach to the visual arts for young children in early care and education settings and highlights an in depth studio approach to developing art the book is organized in two parts. Young children love all kinds of art and this book will help you make the most of these natural learning opportunities it highlights the underlying principles derived from theory research and practice and presents the developmental stages in early art based learning the authors both experienced artists and educators also offer lots of practical information learn how to provide . Why art is important in early childhood education an overview of the high scope approach to art the development of art in the young child how adults support art in young children an overview of the in depth studio approach to art drawing and painting found materials paper plastic materials responsibility ann s epstein eli . Supporting young artists the development of the visual arts in young children by ann s epstein eli trimis and a great selection of related books art and collectibles available now at abebookscouk. Most of us instinctually know that art is important for our children we simply believe its important because weve seen our children deeply involved in art but beyond what we feel and believe there is much factual information about why art is important in our childrens development that is both interesting and helpful to know creating art expands a childs ability to interact with