撰文：Pario Arts 李素貞主任
筆者從事教育工作多年，接觸到不少家長為孩子選擇一些「速戰速決」、短期內有成果的課程或課外活動，可以說是有點功利主義。相反，他們較為輕視非功利、追求美學的課程或課外活動。一般最能吸引家長關注的是子女能否參與比賽、有沒有檢定評級或成果是否顯著的學科或才藝班。
藝術教育對小朋友有長遠影響
筆者深深認為，在功利主義的教育制度下，對孩子未來的人生態度上會存著極深遠的影響。
藝術教育是獨特和美麗，而且是富於創造性的。孩子們不僅是學習藝術的理論和技巧，在過程中還會刺激他們的創意和想像力。長遠來說，藝術教育對小朋友的言談舉止，甚至是學習和思想上都有很大的幫助。
Written by: Pario Arts, Officer Lee Sou Jing
I have been engaged in education for many years and have encountered many parents who choose “quick and decisive” courses or extracurricular activities for their children, aiming for short-term results. It can be said that this approach is somewhat utilitarian. Conversely, they tend to underestimate courses or extracurricular activities that are non-utilitarian and focus on aesthetics. What typically captures parental attention is whether their children can participate in competitions, whether there are certifications or notable achievements in academic subjects or talents.
Long-term Impact of Art Education on Children
I firmly believe that under a utilitarian education system, there will be profound and lasting effects on children’s attitudes toward life.
Art education is unique, beautiful, and rich in creativity. Children not only learn the theory and techniques of art but also stimulate their creativity and imagination in the process. In the long run, art education has significant benefits for children’s speech, behavior, and even their learning and thinking.
從生活裡接觸藝術
我們每天在日常生活中都會接觸到藝術。我們在生活中可以找到很多美麗的東西，如豐富的情感、不同的品味、獨有的感覺和視覺上的享受，凡此種種都能讓您在繁忙的生活中有著舒泰的心境，亦能感受到這個世界的繽紛和樂趣，更能發掘出恬靜美的可貴。
父母需要以身作則 重視子女的想法
事實上，不論是智能教育或是重視培養美學的藝術教育，筆者認為最重要的是家長可以給予孩子陪伴和支持。如果您想養成孩子具有藝術涵養，就應該明白藝術教育要由自己做起，尤其是要懂得聆聽、接納和理解孩子的想法，包容孩子表達創意的方式，子女在幼兒階段就會很容易地養成美學氣質。
Encountering Art in Daily Life
We come into contact with art in our daily lives every day. In our lives, we can find many beautiful things, such as rich emotions, different tastes, unique sensations, and visual pleasures. All of these can provide a serene state of mind in our busy lives, allowing us to feel the vibrancy and joy of the world and discover the precious beauty of tranquility.
Parents Need to Set a Good Example and Value Children’s Thoughts
In fact, whether it’s intelligent education or art education that emphasizes cultivating aesthetics, I believe that the most important thing is for parents to provide companionship and support. If you want to cultivate your child’s artistic appreciation, you should understand that art education starts with yourself. It is crucial to listen, accept, and understand your child’s thoughts, and embrace how they express creativity, and in doing so, your children will easily develop an aesthetic temperament from an early age.
