Art In Action

Program

Participate and share stories that inspire curiosity about art from different times and places. Children can respond through moving, making, speaking and listening, exploring the possibilities of art through activities and play.

Location and Duration

On site, 45 mins

Level Details

Includes artmaking in the Studio or gallery spaces

Capacity

Curriculum Connections

Early Years Learning Framework

Themes

Art inquiry, learning through play, stories in art

Curriculum content

Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners—demonstrate curiosity, creativity and imagination; connect with people, places and stories; develop a range of skills and processes such as inquiry and experimentation Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators—interact verbally and non-verbally; engage with and take meaning from a range of texts; express ideas and make meaning using a range of media.

Be sure to book your school program at least four weeks in advance via Book Canberra Excursions. Let us know your students’ needs so we can support their learning, including tailoring programs for students with disability.

For further information on programs, call +61 2 6240 6777 or email groupbookings@nga.gov.au. To help plan for an onsite visit, see Plan a School Experience.