Kathy Danko-McGhee and Ruslan Slutsky present a compelling look at the link between children’s artwork and literacy development in this easy-to-read, indispensable primer for parents and educators alike. By providing a range of art experiences and alternative ways to teach children critical thinking and visual perception skills, Danko-McGhee and Slutsky paint a vivid picture of the role that the visual arts play in early childhood development. The two examine the need for new thinking and a departure from traditional literacy exercises: “It is clear that a pedagogical shift must take place in our homes and schools if we are to meet the literacy needs of today’s young learners. This requires thinking ‘out of the box’ and coming up with new ways to deal with an old problem.” The Impact of Early Art Experiences on Literacy Development lays the foundation for rethinking the way that we engage young children in early literacy learning.

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