ARTISTIC RESOURCES FOR FOSTERING CREATIVITY IN CHILDREN AGED 4 TO 5

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of artistic resource on the development of creativity in children aged 4 to 5, given that artistic activities foster imagination, free expression, and active participation during the learning process. A mixed-methods approach was employed-integrating qualitative and quantitative methods alongside the deductive method-which allowed for a comprehensive analysis of the collected data. The estudy population consisted of educational institutions in the San Vicente and Sucre cantons, while the sample comprised 27 teachers. Data collection involved a survey administered to all 27 partipants and interviews conducted with three teachers to gather relevant information regarding the use of artistic resources in the classroom. The data were processed using SPSS statistical software (version 25). Instrument reliability was verified using Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient, yielding a value of 0.945, which indicates high internal consistency. The results demostrated that artistic resources contribute significantly to the development of children’s creativity by stimulating imagination, strengthening emotional expresión, and promoting learning that is more dynamic, participatory, and meaningful. Furthermore, the teachers agreed that incorporating innovative artistic activities fosters the development of cognitive, social, and emotional skills in children. Key words: Artistic resources, Child creativity, Early childhood education, Meaningful learning, Holistic development.