The role of visual arts in early childhood: Learning and teaching through the visual arts

 This essay needs to discuss the role of visual arts in early childhood education. You are required to discuss:
? current theories and best practice in visual arts pedagogies
? specific visual arts skills and understandings
? the value of visual arts to children�s development across multiple developmental domains
? the significance of visual arts in a child�s life experience
? visual arts as a cultural tool and its relationship with culture and social status
? the use of visual arts to support children with additional needs.
The essay should be 2000 words in length and must incorporate relevant references from the subject texts and readings.