“Honey, draw mommy for me!”. The child holds a pencil, eyes wide looking at the blank paper. “But mommy, I don’t know how to draw mommy!”. Drawing, seemingly simple, is actually a colorful world of creativity for preschoolers. Especially when kids practice drawing self-portraits, it’s not just a fun activity but also a way for them to discover themselves and express their personality.
Exploring Inner Worlds Through Innocent Strokes
Drawing self-portraits helps children express what they observe about themselves: from their hair, eyes, smile to their favorite clothes. Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoa, a preschool teacher at Hoa Sen Kindergarten in Hanoi, shared in her book “Unleashing Creativity in Preschoolers”: “Drawing not only trains fine motor skills for children but also is a way for them to express emotions, thoughts, and explore the world around them.”
Drawing self-portraits is also an opportunity for children to develop their imagination. They can draw themselves flying in the sky, being a superhero, or playing with friends. Like the fairy tale “The Hundred-Knot Bamboo Tree”, a child’s imagination can also soar, turning the impossible into possible on paper.
Guiding Kids to Draw Self-Portraits
So how to guide your little ones to practice drawing self-portraits? First, prepare paper, crayons, colored pencils, or any drawing tools your child likes. Encourage them to observe themselves in the mirror. They can start by drawing a face shape, then add details like eyes, nose, and mouth. Next is drawing the body, arms, legs, and clothes.
Don’t forget to encourage children to color and add other details to make the picture more lively. Most importantly, let children create freely, don’t restrict them to any template. As our ancestors often said: “Bend the tree when it is young, teach the child when they are little.”
Other Drawing Theme Ideas
Besides self-portraits, there are many other interesting themes that children can explore, such as drawing family, drawing kindergarten, drawing hometown landscapes… Let’s explore the colorful world with innocent and lovely strokes with your child.
According to folk beliefs, drawing also helps children “keep their souls safe”, ward off evil spirits, and bring good luck. Although not scientifically proven, this belief has deeply rooted in the Vietnamese subconscious.
In conclusion, drawing self-portraits is an extremely beneficial activity for preschoolers. It not only helps children develop necessary skills but also serves as a bridge for them to explore their inner world and express their individuality. Let’s draw colorful and meaningful pictures with your beloved children! For further advice on preschool educational activities, please contact Phone Number: 0372999999, or visit address: 234 Hao Nam, Hanoi. We have a 24/7 customer care team. Don’t forget to share the article and leave a comment below to exchange experiences!