“Just joyful”: Why children need the arts in the AI age - American Fork Citizen

“Just joyful”: Why children need the arts in the AI age - American Fork Citizen

Brynn Carnesecca | American Fork Citizen When kids are taught art, music, dance or theater, there is often a moment where they “light up.” Whether it be from a performance going well or a finished painting, the arts can bring a kind of connection that cannot be found anywhere else. Yet, in 2026, youth spend approximately 7 ½ hours on screens each day, according to the AACAP. Compared to the 1-2 hours they spend on the arts or creative endeavors,…

“Just joyful”: Why children need the arts in the AI age

Brynn Carnesecca | Lehi Free Press When kids are taught art, music, dance or theater, there is often a moment where they “light up.” Whether it be from a performance going well or a finished painting, the arts can bring a kind of connection that cannot be found anywhere else. Yet, in 2026, youth spend approximately 7 ½ hours on screens each day, according to the AACAP. Compared to the 1-2 hours they spend on the arts or creative endeavors, scree…