Author: Dr. Gai Lindsay

My PhD explored the visual arts beliefs and pedagogy of early childhood educators. Before entering academia, I worked as a preschool teacher, director and early childhood consultant for 23 years. I currently lecture in the Bachelor of Education - The Early Years at the University of Wollongong.

A New Mindset: Building confidence to make and teach art.

by Catherine Schwarz (Educational Leader / Teacher - One World for Children, Geelong, Victoria) and Dr. Gai Lindsay (University of Wollongong). Introduction Do you think you're artistic? Do you feel confident to support children's visual arts learning in early childhood settings? When it comes to planning visual arts learning experiences do you draw upon your … Continue reading A New Mindset: Building confidence to make and teach art. →

Christmas arts and crafts: Tis the season to be jolly…..and the season to celebrate the capable child.

by Dr. Gai Lindsay (Lecturer, B.Ed - The early Years, This blog post provokes reflection about the rights of the child to offer alternatives to close-ended and limiting Christmas activities and gifts. The article provides a selection of ideas for quality Christmas visual arts and crafts learning experiences that don't compromise quality relationships with and … Continue reading Christmas arts and crafts: Tis the season to be jolly…..and the season to celebrate the capable child. →