Introducing the arts, particularly Graphic Arts, opens their minds up to a whole new aspect of imagination. By showing them many examples, their inspiration will kindle almost automatically. They will ask a lot of questions and want to try creating new things, so being prepared with the necessary resources and materials is essential.
Pop-up books’ are a wonderful learning tool. Not only do they expose your child to the joy of reading, but also it takes book illustrating to a whole new level. Pop-up book designers take three-dimensional pieces of art and incorporate them into stories. Children do not realize they are being exposed to this Graphic Art media, but it really is a fantastic opportunity. It is not known who invented the first pop-up book or when this invention took place, but they have been traced back as far as seven hundred years ago.
The spontaneous enjoyment pop-up books give children with each turn of the page is sure to keep their attention and interest. Children, however, are not the only people who admire these creations. Adults find pleasure in these type of book sculptures, as well. An example of what an adult (or even a school aged child) would take interest in the admiration of can be found at Exhibition: Pop-up Books.
Teaching children how to read and use their imaginations through the use of pop-up books is just one of the many avenues that can be used to bring Graphic Art to our children. Creating a pop-up book with your children is another option. It is not necessary to be a great artist or storyteller to create one of these types of books. Simply use the link below (Pop-up Book Directions) or use a craft book found at the library to get started. The story chosen is up to the creator of the book, so get your imaginations going!
Learn more about pop-up books by following these links:
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