Read the statement below and answer the question that follows.

"The integration of art with other subjects in the classroom is a best practice since it teaches and encourages art across the curriculum. Silverstein and Layne (2010) endorse the notion that arts integration is an approach to teaching in which learners construct and demonstrate understanding through an art form. Learners engage in a creative process, which connects an art form and other learning areas and meets evolving objectives in both. Nations construct their own cultures and traditions. Such cultures and traditions are shared among each other during classroom interactions. Therefore, art can promote international understanding of different societies. As a result, children should be granted an opportunity to visualize their world from myriad perspectives. Furthermore, art can be integrated with other learning areas through concepts and relevant themes. Art has traditionally been an important part of early childhood programs. The Foundation Phase curriculum includes activities that will help children develop their cognitive, social, and motor abilities."

Critically discuss this statement by providing examples related to your experiences as a child or in the classroom environment as a teacher.