We’ve always known that art makes us feel something — but now, science is showing us why. Through the emerging field of neuroaesthetics, researchers are studying how art affects the brain — how color, texture, sound, and movement activate emotions, memory, and imagination. For children, this field reveals something extraordinary: creating and engaging with art doesn’t just make them happier, it literally helps their brains grow.

The classroom of the future doesn’t always have four walls — and in art education, that change is already here. Across continents, children are connecting through virtual workshops, cultural exchanges, and collaborative projects that blur geographical lines. Global classrooms are transforming how children learn art, giving them opportunities to explore creativity through the lens of diversity and shared experience.

Art has always reflected the world we live in — and as conversations about sustainability grow louder, creativity is taking a greener turn. Across the globe, artists of all ages are learning that imagination doesn’t need to come at the planet’s expense. From using recycled materials to creating installations that spark environmental awareness, sustainable art is changing the way we think about both creativity and responsibility. Children, especially, are becoming part of this