Drawing

History

• The act of drawing can help the 7 year old student better understand historical events and figures by visualizing them through their drawings.
• Through drawing, the student can depict historical scenes and characters, promoting a deeper understanding of the past.
• Creating drawings related to historical events and figures can spark curiosity and interest in learning more about history.

Science

• Drawing can aid in understanding scientific concepts by visualizing them, such as drawing simple illustrations of the water cycle or plant anatomy.
• The act of observing and accurately depicting natural phenomena through drawing can enhance the student's awareness and understanding of scientific principles.
• Creating drawings of scientific experiments or observations can help the student retain and apply scientific knowledge gained in the classroom.

Encourage the student to continue honing their drawing skills by encouraging them to practice drawing scenes and figures from different historical periods. You can also suggest that they create drawings to depict scientific concepts and experiments, promoting a deeper understanding of these subjects through visual representation.

Book Recommendations

• “Draw Your World: Discover and Experience the World Through the Eyes of an Artist” by Samantha Dion Baker: This book inspires children to create drawings based on their observations of the world around them, promoting an understanding of history and science through art.
• “Draw Science: Discover the natural world through scientific drawings” by Jon Woodcock: This book introduces children to drawing scientific illustrations, helping them connect with scientific concepts through art.