Over the past few days, we’ve conducted a series of artistic activities for children. We painted with our fingers, created comics, crafted our own fairy tales, and shared many moments of laughter and happiness together. Creative games foster creativity, help reduce emotional tension, and alleviate anxiety in children. Using art techniques not only brings joy but also helps children express their feelings.
The first theme was inspired by the children and their experiences – specifically the topic of friendship. We discussed healthy boundaries in compromises, the superpowers hidden within each of us, and the smile that comes with kind words. But we also talked about disappointment, hurt, and sadness, which are an inherent part of any friendship. We realized that a whole range of emotions is intertwined in friendship – some positive and others not so much.
Of course, there were plenty of fun moments because when you talk about friendship while finger painting and splashing everything around you, it can’t be anything else.
