Stages of Artistic Development- Preschool

Features of the Named Manipulation Stage

Organiza�on of Space : May use map-like point-of-view (sidewalk, lawn, playground) with front view (houses.) Child o�en draws from memory.

Scribbling : Using rhythmic movement of arm and wrist, the child marks, sees marks, and is aware of ability to alter and add to marks.

Linier and Circular : Scribbles progress to more controlled lines and circular shapes as the child works on placement and size of marks to build an image. (Wolf drawn from photograph)

Sens ory Observa�on : Aware of touch. Mom on couch, scribbles show the carpet texture. Child was looking at mom while lying on the carpet.

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