When talent "knocks on the door" of the family.
From a young age, Le Quynh Anh, a student at Chu Van An Primary School (Gia Vien Ward), often stood in front of the mirror singing and dancing to music. Initially, Quynh Anh's parents considered it just a childish pastime. But when they saw that their daughter knew many songs and performed quite naturally, Ms. Nguyen Thi Hue, Quynh Anh's mother, decided to enroll her in children's art classes. To date, Quynh Anh has won many awards in artistic talents such as: First prize at the "Singing Contest" in Hai Phong city in the 2024-2025 school year; Top 22 of the national child singers in the Vietnam Kid Singer 2025 competition…
"When we saw that our child had talent and passion, we felt we needed to support her, readily creating opportunities and providing assistance for her studies, skill development, participation in artistic activities, and encouraging her to confidently express her abilities. If we missed this opportunity, we would deeply regret it later," Ms. Hue shared.
Quynh Anh's story is an example of the family's keen observation, companionship, guidance, and support in helping their child develop their talents naturally and sustainably.
Conversely, many cases show that not all parents recognize their children's talents in time. From a young age, Nguyen Minh Khoi (in An Bien ward) could draw for hours on end, but his family was busy and thought he was just drawing instinctively. It wasn't until a teacher called to discuss and emphasize his outstanding creative ability that his parents truly paid attention.
It's clear that both indifference and excessive expectations can limit a child's talents. The important thing is for parents to observe and create opportunities for their children to try various activities. Through this process, parents can clearly discern which talents are lasting and which are merely fleeting interests.
However, many students also shared the pressure of nurturing their talent. Nguyen Ngoc Oanh, a student at Quang Trung Secondary School (Ngo Quyen Ward), confided: "I really enjoy drawing, but having to study academics while also preparing for competitions can sometimes be stressful. If my parents hadn't encouraged me, I probably would have given up halfway."
These insights show that, in addition to early talent discovery, proper parental support, encouragement, and the creation of a suitable environment are even more important in helping children develop their talents sustainably without excessive pressure.
Playground - where children can express their abilities.
The family is where "the seeds are sown," but talent only truly manifests itself when there is an environment to test it. In recent years, many art playgrounds for children have been organized, becoming a platform for them to express themselves.
The City Children's Cultural Center regularly organizes singing, dancing, and drawing competitions. For many children, participating in these competitions is their first time on a large stage. Many parents are surprised to see their children perform with more confidence than they do at home. Mr. Nguyen Vu Hoang, whose child participated in a drawing competition, said: “At home, my child only draws for fun; I never thought they could win a prize. Thanks to these activities, the family has a clearer understanding of our child's abilities.”
Recently, the Nguyen Duy Art Center (Vietnam-Czech Friendship Labor Cultural Palace) successfully organized the 2025 Piano Festival with the theme "Notes Soaring Far," bringing together more than 200 young contestants. Under the stage lights, many children were initially nervous, but from there they learned to stay calm and showcase their full potential. "It is experiences like these that instill confidence, an artistic spirit, and perseverance in children," commented pianist Tuan Manh, a member of the judging panel.
Even at the preschool age, providing children with opportunities to engage with the arts is increasingly emphasized. In the 2024-2025 school year, Sao Viet Preschool staged the musical "A Journey," with the participation of hundreds of children from the entire school, leaving a deep impression on the audience. On stage, the innocent voices and clumsy movements became the first signs for parents to recognize their children's talent. "What we aim for is self-confidence and opportunities for children to express their abilities," said Ms. Nguyen Tuyet Nga, the school's principal.
According to pianist Tuan Manh, community playgrounds are a measure of natural ability. These playgrounds help parents see their children's potential in a real-world environment, while also cultivating qualities that traditional classrooms can hardly provide.
From a clumsy sketch to an impromptu melody, a child's artistic talent sometimes emerges quite unexpectedly. Parents' keen observation, timely support, and opportunities for experience are key to transforming small hobbies into a long journey of passion and talent. When families truly support their children, they not only develop their artistic abilities but also learn confidence, perseverance, and creativity – essential tools for shining in the new school year and the future.
HA LINHSource: https://baohaiphong.vn/cung-con-chap-canh-uoc-mo-nghe-thuat-520034.html
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