Art-Based Activities

Primary Themes:

• Distinction between right and wrong  

• Making choices 

Michael is revered in Judaism, Christianity and Islam as the protector and the adversary of the evil one. Through props and role play, the painting will come to life for the children, thus helping them understand its symbols and carry the invaluable meaning of the mythical hero in their lives. Gellel, Deguara & Formosa (2024) showed how this activity helps children express themselves through metaphors and to transfer knowledge to different contexts.

Primary Themes:

• Emotional literacy

• Facing our fears

• Protection

• Supporting others 

The painting of Our Lady of Succor, a 15th Century Triptych will be the main catalyst to help children speak out about their fears and address them by seeking protection and comfort of someone who takes care of them.

The activity includes an exercise of naming their fears through exploring the underground passages of the Museum and then through storytelling, role play and props, the painting of the Madonna will be made meaningful to the children.