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[quote=Anonymous]Art is extremely important at the elementary school level. Younger kids learn more through doing than sitting at a desk doing worksheets all day. IMO, there are not enough enrichment courses in public school and its one of the driving reasons that people go to private school. There is a big difference between doing a craft project and doing art. Elementary school art done well conveys concepts of science, math, observation, and creative expression. For the youngest ES students it also re-enforces fine motor skill development. My young son had problems with strength and fine motor coordination for writing which is very common in 4-5 year boys. Drawing classes greatly helped him practice and were less frustrating than trying to copy letters over and over again.

Early music abilities has been shown to improve academic performance for memory, auditory processing, and pattern recognition more than early reading or early basic arithmetic. 
Early exposure to foreign languages also improves pattern recognition and catches kids at a point where they can learn the different vocal inflections and sounds required for more difficult languages. Drama classes develop confidence, team work and public speaking skills.

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