Art is important for early childhood education, as it helps children develop their creativity, in addition to giving them a broad perspective of the world around them and developing skills such as observation and interpretation, allowing them from a young age to perceive their environment in more depth.
For the artist, psychologist and researcher in pedagogy and expressive therapies Esperanza de León, having children have an approach to different cultures at different times in history helps them to have clarity and diversity, which allows them to learn about tolerance, which is a vital position for the peaceful coexistence of human beings.
Artistic expression is presented as a valuable educational tool for the little ones, offering them the opportunity to experiment with various techniques and materials in a creative and entertaining way. Likewise, art can play a therapeutic role in child development by providing a space for children to express their emotions and feelings in a positive and constructive way.
Jonathan Arévalo, director of the educational department of the Children’s Museum, considers it extremely important that the parent instill cultural values in the child from an early age and visiting museums and art exhibitions helps them discover their sensitivity and learn about the culture that surrounds them. surrounds
The value of museums
It is of utmost importance that parents instill cultural values in their children from an early age so that children know the history and identify with it, forming their identity and appreciating their culture. For this, they must soak up the cultural riches that each one of the museums they have access to.
“Children learn by example, if as parents we visit museums, surround ourselves with culture and do activities that enrich us and teach us awareness and we give them the example of doing different things that impact our lives, they will follow” comments Alejandra Carballo, administrative educational coordinator of the Children’s Museum.
Carballo recommends organizing routine visits to different museums, so that children learn and use these visits as a strategy for digital disconnection and cultural enrichment.
Museums in Guatemala
In Guatemala there are several museums with special activities for children that have affordable prices and time availability so that families can visit them. Among them we can find:
1. Children’s Museum
Located on 5th street 10-00, zone 13 of the capital city, this space will allow children to learn while they play, with different recreational activities, children will be able to soak up the different topics that they address.
2. Railway Museum
In the Historic Center of the capital city, this museum allows you to learn more about Guatemala’s railway heritage. There are also dates when the museum offers train trips to enjoy with the family.
3. Miraflores Museum
This space dedicated to Mayan archeology is a place that is dedicated to protecting the country’s natural and cultural heritage. On its website it offers different activities so that minors can have fun and learn about the different topics they address. It is located at 7 calle 21-55 zone 11, Paseo Miraflores.
4. Museum of the Sea
This is the only museum dedicated to the ocean in the country, where you can learn about the marine flora and fauna that exist in Guatemala. It is located at kilometer 137.5 of the highway to Monterrico, Aldea Madre Vieja, Taxisco Santa Rosa.
5. Horacio Alejos León Museum of Archeology and Ethnology
Located in the departmental capital of Retalhuleu, here you can see ancient pieces from the country’s Mesoamerican cultures. It has 8 different rooms where materials from the Mayan, Olmec and Toltec cultures are displayed.
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