In today’s world it’s so hard for
kids to just be themselves.
Pressure comes from a number of
avenues – friends,
teachers, TV, family and unknowingly children are being told
who to be to fit in.
At Helen O’ Grady, along with our parents we strive to
create
an environment where students feel safe to be who they are and express
themselves freely.
Children who don’t get the
opportunity to express
themselves often grow up not knowing their own
potential.
Teaching kids how to express themselves needs to happen as
early in
life as possible—before the peer-pressure at school and from the media really
kick in.
Learning how to express themselves
can build their self-confidence, help them develop smart, independent thinking
and nurture their creativity.
Drama gives children and youth a healthy way to express emotions like sadness, anger, aggression,
happiness and excitement.
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| The Kuils River Upper Primary group show their great range of emotions and expressions |
Every child is unique and together
we can look for ways to foster the artistic expression that’s already within
them.
Teaching children how to express
themselves is one of the most important life skills you can give them. When children
feel comfortable expressing who they are, they can make their dreams come true!
