The visual and performing arts are more than enrichment at Bank Street College; they are an integral element in educating children. The arts provide essential symbols and “vocabulary” for personal expression and help to provide children with the means of communicating effectively in their community.

 

  
 

BOOKS
Don’t miss Bank Street’s three books in the Come Look With Me art appreciation series for children.

VISUAL ARTS
Adapted from articles by psychologist Leah Levinger and Ann-Marie Mott, Lower School coordinator at Bank Street School for Children.
Why Work with Art
Developmental Phases in Art
The Art Teacher
Art Planning and Structure
Art in Action
Art Exercises

 


MUSIC
 Bank Street faculty member Nina Jaffe discusses music in education, the integrated curriculum, and some exercises.
Music in Early Childhood Education
 Integrated Curriculum in Music
Music Explorations to Try

LINCOLN CENTER INSTITUTE FOR THE ARTS IN EDUCATION
At Lincoln Center, educators explore ways to extend the tradition of progressive education into the world
of the arts.