In today’s world, academics take center stage when it comes to learning, leaving the arts behind. However, research in hard science has shown the link between art and brainpower. When we look at art, our brain is stimulated, and our innate ability to recognize patterns and make sense of shapes is put to use. Our brain changes, and blood flow increases, similar to when we look at someone we love. By spending more time analyzing a piece of art, we can stimulate both our unconscious and conscious brain functions, which can improve our analytical and problem-solving skills in everyday life.

To integrate art into your daily routine, consider choosing a painting that you are passionate about and letting your children express their thoughts about it freely. For older kids, you can talk about the artist, the era, the technique, and the history of the painting or compare it to other works that they might know.

An excellent way to start your journey into art is by using the free app called DailyArt, which features a masterpiece every day with a lot of information about the artist. During breakfast, you can open the app on your device, show a full-screen version of the painting to your kids, and have them express their thoughts. After that, you can read the description aloud to them. This activity will give you all a great start to the day and allow you to enjoy a shared experience.