Creating art is very helpful to child development. Because the activity of making art engages the mind, body, and emotions, it can support a child’s development in all of these areas. Making a piece of art challenges a child to ask questions, study the world around them, and imagine new solutions. Art provides an outlet for children to express their feelings, ideas, and personality, which can help them develop confidence and self-awareness. It can help children communicate complex or deep ideas that they don’t have the words for. Art also fosters patience and work ethic, as improving artistic skills takes hours of practice. Even making a single piece of art can take a long time, which helps children develop focus, improve perseverance, and experience the satisfaction of accomplishing a project over time.