Verna Montessori School art education encourages children to explore and express their creativity through various art mediums and techniques. The goal is not only to develop their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination but also to promote their imagination, self-expression, and independence.

Principles:

• The Montessori method emphasizes independence and self-directed learning, allowing children to make their own choices and decisions about their art projects.

• Children are encouraged to repeat processes multiple times to develop muscle memory and refine their skills.

• The environment is designed to inspire creativity and exploration, with materials arranged in a way that encourages children to discover and learn through trial and error.

Benefits:

• Develops fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination

• Fosters creativity, imagination, and self-expression

• Encourages independence, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills

• Provides an outlet for emotional expression and stress relief

• Helps children develop an appreciation for the process of creating art