Exceptional Artists

I spotted this snowman display while in the hallway at school the other day. Here is one example of "Snowman Art". The children who created these whimsical pieces of art work always bring light and laughter whenever they visit my Library. They brighten my day if I have been having a stressful one. All the other children and adults in the school know this class and everyone stops to say "hello" to them.

Gail, our Art Teacher, does an exceptionally fine job with this class. She brings out their natural abilities. She has done several art projects involving all the students in the class. In fact, one of the local colleges even purchased one of the class paintings. (The painting was featured in a local student art show.)

You see, there are only 12 children in this class and they all have special learning needs. Some have found different ways to communicate, such as through sign language. Others depend upon walkers and wheelchairs to remain mobile. Others are struggling with vision problems as well as a whole host of medical conditions.

Each one of these children is a gift to us and has something unique and special to offer us. They are exceptional artists, indeed.