The document discusses the importance of performing arts in early childhood education. It notes that young children's thinking is imaginative and linked to fantasy, which is something they begin to lose as they grow older. Early childhood educators must strive to be open to change and encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills over simple knowledge acquisition and rote learning. When observing children's understanding through art, educators should provide enough time to draw without demonstrating how to do something, and ask questions that promote higher-order thinking. The document also discusses reflecting on personal performing arts experiences, advocating for the arts, and researching cultural arts learning resources.