"The Sweet Role of Art in Literacy"

Should the strategy of promoting art into the writing process only be taught in elementary school or in middle school and high school as well?

I believe that the author, Amy Shultz, does an excellent job in emphasizing the important role art plays in the writing process.  Many children have trouble expressing themselves through words.  They may often struggle with writing down the sequences of a story.  Art is a form of expression.  Many children learn better visually.  They often process information through images rather than words.  It is important that teachers allow students to not only express their ideas through writing, but also incorporate art into this process.  Drawing allows students to recognize their ideas.  I agree with Shultz that art is a writing and learning tool that all teachers should stress.  

This article opened my eyes to a whole new way of looking at art.  I never thought that art could be used as a writing tool for children.  It is a way to show children that there are many different ways of telling a story and expressing oneself.  If a child is struggling with writing, drawing pictures gives them another way to express themselves.  It is important to give students options and let them know that there is more than one way of writing.  I know that I will definitely use this tool in the future when children are going through the writing process.