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The Magic of Mark-Making
How do we unlock the joy of meaningful mark-making for every child? This week, we host Dr. Gai Lindsay, Senior Lecturer and long-time early childhood expert, whose research is dedicated to empowering visual arts learning.
Drawing inspiration from John Dewey and the constructivist Reggio Emilia approach, Dr. Lindsay explains how mark-making is far more than just art—it's a powerful visual language and a key to children’s cognitive development. We explore the connection between the Reggio Emilia concept of the 'hundred languages of children' and the visual arts, discussing how these rich…
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