Importance of Printmaking in Children’s Art Education: A thematic review of Chinese kindergarten contexts
Keywords:
Printmaking Education, Early Childhood Development, Creativity and Fine Motor Skills, Global Literacy and Cultural AwarenessAbstract
This study presents a qualitative thematic review examining the educational significance of printmaking in children’s art education, with a focus on Chinese kindergarten contexts. Peer-reviewed literature published between 2020 and 2025 was systematically analysed to identify recurring themes related to artistic development, cognitive–sensory learning, and cultural awareness. The findings indicate that printmaking supports fine motor coordination, creative thinking, and experiential learning while facilitating cultural identity formation and global literacy. By synthesising recent scholarship, this review addresses a gap in culturally contextualised early childhood art education research and provides pedagogical insights relevant to curriculum design and educational policy.
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