Full Description
Creativity is a cornerstone of complex, unconventional thinking, and developing creativity begins at a young age. With this book, early childhood teachers will discover how to tap into and scaffold children's natural curiosity and creative abilities.
Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: What Is Creative Thinking and Why Do
Chapter 2: Understanding the Creative Process
Chapter 3: The Environment: A Look Inside Classrooms
Chapter 4: Characteristics of Creative Children and Adults
Chapter 5: What Is the Teacher's Role?
Chapter 6: The Role of Play in Creativity
Chapter 7: Extending Thinking With Materials
Chapter 8: Displaying and Documenting Children's Work
Chapter 9: Expanding the Community of Support
Epilogue
References
About the Authors
Acknowledgments
