Understanding the Art of Childhood: The Developmental Stages of Drawing


Hello there Reader: My oldest child recently celebrated his 4th birthday and in the months leading up to it, I was keenly aware of just how much he's grown this year. One of the most obvious changes (aside from his physical appearance) has been his artistic development. Over time, I've witnessed his drawings take shape and become more realistic with each stroke of his crayons. Truth be told, just the other day, I got a bit teary-eyed when he drew our family portrait and he told me he was...