Apr21

sailing off.

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mac does its part with loose parts: an earth day art show

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the children have been learning for weeks

about recycling, reusing, and repurposing

many kinds of materials

in honor of tomorrow’s holiday (earth day)

 using the voice of art as expression

each child created an original sculpture

repurposing used items

finding new beauty in these discarded things 

putting them together in new ways

 inviting their families 

to their ‘gallery opening’

each child filled with pride in their work

and a realization that they are artists. 

“art is a form of exploration, of sailing off into the unknown alone, heading for those unmarked places on the map. if children are not permitted-not taught-to be adventurers and explorers as children, what will become of the world of adventure, of stories, of literature itself?

– michael chabon 

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  12. What a wonderful project for Earth Day, Beth. It makes me want to do the same! I love when children are encouraged to be adventurous and creative with art. What a joy, and then to have their work so appreciated. A beautiful quote from Chabon too. Wonderful poem and post.

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