Re: Need parental input

[Guest guest]

Hello,

I would attend a class like that for my son, 7.

Cathleen

From: "ajloeffler@..." <ajloeffler@...>aspergerparentsupport ; Sent: Tue, October 19, 2010 5:26:30 PMSubject: ( ) Need parental input

I am starting to teach an art class geared towards material exploration rather than a set project model to complete. I am introducing a different medium each week and getting each child to get as hands on with each as possible. Modifications will be made for those that are sensory-defensive (gloves, brushes, etc.)

As a parent of an aspie I know what I would expect, but I want to hear what others would like to see as well. Do you want to be able to see the creation, even if only swirls of paint on paper not meant to resemble anything? How comfortable would you be with your child to be 'pushed' into the next level of sensory integration? What would you expect your child to gain from a 10 week 1 hour course?

Thanks for any and all input in advance!

Angelique

[Guest guest]

I think is a great idea and we are types of parents that celebrates, encourage and are proud of any little scribble our son brings home because we know how hard he has to work due to his fine motor skills problems. As long as you take into consideration that they resist change and free expression and imagination is hard for them.

My son had a terrible time last year in art because he cannot see it in his head. she will give him broad subjects, draw something from your imagination, he will be so frustrated because nothing came to mind. Until we met with her and explain her that he needs choices, a clue and then he did find. This year not problems so far and I've seed some of his work and he is very proud to show it to us.

Ide

From: Cathleen Veloria <cathleen.veloria@...> Sent: Wed, October 20, 2010 12:25:08 PMSubject: Re: ( ) Need parental input

Hello,

I would attend a class like that for my son, 7.

Cathleen

From: "ajloeffler@..." <ajloeffler@...>aspergerparentsupport ; Sent: Tue, October 19, 2010 5:26:30 PMSubject: ( ) Need parental input

I am starting to teach an art class geared towards material exploration rather than a set project model to complete. I am introducing a different medium each week and getting each child to get as hands on with each as possible. Modifications will be made for those that are sensory-defensive (gloves, brushes, etc.)

As a parent of an aspie I know what I would expect, but I want to hear what others would like to see as well. Do you want to be able to see the creation, even if only swirls of paint on paper not meant to resemble anything? How comfortable would you be with your child to be 'pushed' into the next level of sensory integration? What would you expect your child to gain from a 10 week 1 hour course?

Thanks for any and all input in advance!

Angelique

[Guest guest]

Don't feel too badly, my son, 7 draws worse than my 5 yr old daughter. He still can only draw stick people, and all I have ever seen him draw is grass, son, and a simple tree. That's it. I think you are right that "he cannot see it in his head" and "free expression" is hard to put down on paper.

Cathleen

From: Idelice A. Haack <haackia@...> Sent: Wed, October 20, 2010 10:43:04 AMSubject: Re: ( ) Need parental input

I think is a great idea and we are types of parents that celebrates, encourage and are proud of any little scribble our son brings home because we know how hard he has to work due to his fine motor skills problems. As long as you take into consideration that they resist change and free expression and imagination is hard for them.

My son had a terrible time last year in art because he cannot see it in his head. she will give him broad subjects, draw something from your imagination, he will be so frustrated because nothing came to mind. Until we met with her and explain her that he needs choices, a clue and then he did find. This year not problems so far and I've seed some of his work and he is very proud to show it to us.

Ide

From: Cathleen Veloria <cathleen.veloria@...> Sent: Wed, October 20, 2010 12:25:08 PMSubject: Re: ( ) Need parental input

Hello,

I would attend a class like that for my son, 7.

Cathleen

From: "ajloeffler@..." <ajloeffler@...>aspergerparentsupport ; Sent: Tue, October 19, 2010 5:26:30 PMSubject: ( ) Need parental input

I am starting to teach an art class geared towards material exploration rather than a set project model to complete. I am introducing a different medium each week and getting each child to get as hands on with each as possible. Modifications will be made for those that are sensory-defensive (gloves, brushes, etc.)

As a parent of an aspie I know what I would expect, but I want to hear what others would like to see as well. Do you want to be able to see the creation, even if only swirls of paint on paper not meant to resemble anything? How comfortable would you be with your child to be 'pushed' into the next level of sensory integration? What would you expect your child to gain from a 10 week 1 hour course?

Thanks for any and all input in advance!

Angelique

[Guest guest]

Well, my son can draw well if he is copying another picture. But when it comes to free expression in art or writing, he has a hard time deciding on what to do. He has said before, "I have all of these ideas swirling around in my head, I can't pick one." So I would say for this type of art class, show examples, give specific ideas, and give guidance so they know where to start. Otherwise, you may have a lot of blank papers. I would be glad to see any type of artistic expression, but would not want my son to be "pushed" in this type of class, I would want him to see it as fun and enjoyable.

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Suzanne

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From: Cathleen Veloria <cathleen.veloria@...>Subject: Re: ( ) Need parental input Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 11:59 AM

Don't feel too badly, my son, 7 draws worse than my 5 yr old daughter. He still can only draw stick people, and all I have ever seen him draw is grass, son, and a simple tree. That's it. I think you are right that "he cannot see it in his head" and "free expression" is hard to put down on paper.

Cathleen

From: Idelice A. Haack <haackia@...> Sent: Wed, October 20, 2010 10:43:04 AMSubject: Re: ( ) Need parental input

I think is a great idea and we are types of parents that celebrates, encourage and are proud of any little scribble our son brings home because we know how hard he has to work due to his fine motor skills problems. As long as you take into consideration that they resist change and free expression and imagination is hard for them.

My son had a terrible time last year in art because he cannot see it in his head. she will give him broad subjects, draw something from your imagination, he will be so frustrated because nothing came to mind. Until we met with her and explain her that he needs choices, a clue and then he did find. This year not problems so far and I've seed some of his work and he is very proud to show it to us.

Ide

From: Cathleen Veloria <cathleen.veloria@...> Sent: Wed, October 20, 2010 12:25:08 PMSubject: Re: ( ) Need parental input

Hello,

I would attend a class like that for my son, 7.

Cathleen

From: "ajloeffler@..." <ajloeffler@...>aspergerparentsupport ; Sent: Tue, October 19, 2010 5:26:30 PMSubject: ( ) Need parental input

I am starting to teach an art class geared towards material exploration rather than a set project model to complete. I am introducing a different medium each week and getting each child to get as hands on with each as possible. Modifications will be made for those that are sensory-defensive (gloves, brushes, etc.)

As a parent of an aspie I know what I would expect, but I want to hear what others would like to see as well. Do you want to be able to see the creation, even if only swirls of paint on paper not meant to resemble anything? How comfortable would you be with your child to be 'pushed' into the next level of sensory integration? What would you expect your child to gain from a 10 week 1 hour course?

Thanks for any and all input in advance!

Angelique