Creativity and the Arts in Early Childhood

Recognising the importance of creative learning processes and the arts for young children's physical, social and emotional development, this book provides guidance for early childhood practitioners to encourage creativity in their settings. Each chapter includes reflective questions and strategies that can be implemented in daily practice.

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Offering practical guidance on encouraging creativity in early childhood settings, this much-needed book highlights the importance of the arts and creativity for children's learning, critical thinking, social interaction and self-regulation.

The book considers the impact of creativity on early brain development and discusses how to choose the right arts or creative approach for your children. Principles for creative curriculums, teaching, assessments and environments are provided and each chapter includes a 'practitioner toolkit' element, with reflective questions and practical strategies for implementing the learning from the chapter into daily practice.