Knowing the elements of art is important because they: a. ...

[ts19998]

Knowing the elements of art is important because they:
 
  a. provide a vocabulary for describing the arts. b. make the arts more creative.
  c. help artists work in different styles.
  d. strengthen an artist's self-confidence.

Question 2

What suggestions do you think are the most important to impart to parents who ask for guidance in reading picture books to their children?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[Briannahope]

Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

Read regularly from early in their lives.
Enjoy rather than heavily teach academics.
Be warm and accepting.
Watch for child restlessness and lack of interest.
Provide a non-corrective, no-fail environment, which makes learning easier
Accept the child's attempts to read.
Pause and let the child supply a guess as to what comes next.
Invite child participation.
Reread books, especially favorites.
Borrow books you cannot afford to buy. Watch for yard sales.
Ask librarians for book title ideas.
Let children see you reading.

Other answers are possible.

[ts19998]

Gracias!

[scottmt]

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