Clay proves to be one of the most engaging materials in the studio. My first class of the week was filled with eight 18M-2Y old students. They sat harmoniously together at the table, inspired and focused for nearly 30 minutes before a toddler was ready to get up and...
At the start of this week’s class I had parents and caregivers tuck in close to the table and rip tape for their child in varying pieces. We talked with each child as we gave them different sizes, naming them “tiny, small, medium” and...
Through manipulating clay young children learn about cause and effect and develop their motor skills. I start each child with a ball or slab of clay and encourage them to feel the cool temperature and soft texture. It’s important to touch clay and work it in...
