Kindergartners will be bringing home their masterpieces next week! I know you and your child have been patiently waiting; thank you!
To help encourage critical thinking and develop your child’s critical thinking skills ask your child open ended questions about their artwork. Open ended questions will help support your child’s efforts rather than if you said “good job” or “that is beautiful”.
1. What can you tell me about your picture?
2. What materials did you use?
3. What is your favorite part of the picture?
4. What title would you give this picture?
5. If you were doing this picture again what you change or do differently?
6. If you had more time what would you add to your artwork?
Encourage your child to elaborate on their answers or use the artwork as a starting point for telling a story. Open ended questions will help develop critical thinking skills in your child. By taking an interest in their work you are supporting them and helping them express their own ideas.
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