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Considering the fact that the children of this generation are surrounded by screens, it is more important than ever to encourage creativity within children and take note of how children engage in creative activities. It has been seen that both the methods of crafting through digital as well as traditional ways have some pros and some cons but most of the cons are related to the problem of excess screen time. This article aims at discussing the effects of both digital and conventional crafting on children and how they can strike a balance while engaging in creativity.
Benefits and Considerations of Digital Crafting
Digital crafting is a process of making an art work, designs or any other product that will be developed through the aid of computers or other related technology mediums. This can mean drawing apps, VR crafting applications, and programs for animation and graphic design among others. The benefits of digital crafting include:
Accessibility: The Internet has become a rich source of free and inexpensive means to exercise and explore various forms of art and design which in turn put children in a position where they are likely to try new technologies.
Skill Development: It is important for children to use technology products in their learning since we live in a society where technical skills are assets when it comes to education and job opportunities.
Variety: The choices are enormous as the digital applications extend from the basic drawing and kids craft to the most advanced applications suitable for animation enthusiasts.
However, the same use of digital crafting leads to new questions about the amount of time children spend in front of screens, which is linked to their health and social and emotional development.
Benefits of Traditional Crafting
Another form of crafting is crafting that directly involves the use of paper, glue, and paint, and the benefits of such crafting are fundamentally different including:
Tactile Learning: It is well known that dealing with objects develops certain aspects of children’s development, such as the fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and spatial awareness which come into special significance during the age of early childhood.
Sensory Experience: Traditional crafting like a perfume making kit also uses all forms of recognition such as touch, feel, taste, sight and hearing while digital activities do not.
Read more – Digital vs. Traditional Crafting: Balancing Screen Time and Hands-On Creativity
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