Week of the Young Child—Artsy Thursday

According to Laurie Rossbach, arts education manager at Madison Children’s Museum, “art is a perfect way for children to explore the world.” Drawing, painting, and sculpting with clay help to develop visual-spatial and fine motor skills.

In the museum’s Art Studio, children work on fine motor skills when they use a paint brush or color with a crayon. Experimenting with different materials is a great sensory activity for children. Join us for programs like Mess Monsters and Playdough Party to engage in some of these skills.

This week we’re pleased participate in the Week of the Young Child. Organized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the Week of the Young Child is an annual celebration of early learning, young children, their families, and teachers—and that includes the expert staff at Madison Children’s Museum! They make sure that our exhibits and programs meet the highest standards for educational and developmentally appropriate play and learning.

Follow our blog this week to learn about the key themes that are being highlighted during the 2018 Week of the Young Child, and how you can take advantage of our resources and programs for your early learner.