2022 Volume 43 Pages 97-112
In this paper, the influence of Sozo Kurahashiʼs view of clay modeling education(the concept of “clay modeling”) on childcare practices and caregivers, and its relationship with art education were analyzed and discussed. This was done using the articles published in the journal “Youji-no-kyouiku” as the main source. As a result, it was confirmed that Kurahashiʼs concept of clay modeling showed significance from clay modeling education and psychological perspectives, which influenced the manner of approaching teaching, the evaluation of work, and the feelings (motivation) of caregivers. Kurahashiʼs view of art education, “Childrenʼs Art,” resonated with historical ideas of child-centeredness and art education. In addition, it became clear that this philosophy was at the core of the “clay modeling” concept. This development of art and clay modeling education can be attributed to Kurahashiʼs artistic sensibility and artistic temperament.
