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DayLilly Arts in the Classroom

So, what’s so important about art in the schools?

Art builds self-esteem. The artists can see themselves progress and develop their own talents. They can be their self and be successful.
Art stimulates creativity. One spark ignites a whole new world. Two-dimensional plans can become a three dimensional world. Colors are unlimited and music is everywhere!
Art teaches self-confidence. When we are able to succeed at one thing it makes it easier to risk trying something else.
Art teaches problem solving. Giving the opportunity to fail and try again or succeed and try again.
Art is fun and creates enjoyment!
Art allows everyone to be different. It promotes diversity!
Art teaches acceptance. Art has no boundaries. Every culture has some form of art history, present and future.
Art aides in building communication skills. It’s not easy at any age to express your emotions. Art encourages self expression and opens up new lines of communication.
Art is beautiful, spiritual, disturbing, challenging, passionate, silly and has a different message for each individual.
Art teaches us to use our imagination. Those who have a vivid active imagination are less likely to take drugs, be lead away from high moral values or be seduced into gangs. They are able to imagine a higher standard of life and actively pursue it.
Art promotes whole brain learning. Everyone does not learn the same way. Each person can succeed in one form of art or another. Most forms of art stimulate both sides of the brain.
Art helps in learning academics, having athletic abilities and life skills.
Art relieves stress, giving much needed relaxation to ALL ages.