-<>The new edition of this widely accepted, versatile book shows future and current early childhood educators how to integrate children¡¯s creativity, play, and the arts into their curriculum in a way that fosters learning and growth and meets accountability measures. Instructors will find several features within the text that they can use as assignments and as in-class activities. These activities enable students to articulate the importance of creativity and arts-based learning to families, colleagues, and administrators. Creative Thinking and Arts-Based Learning lends extensive support to faculty who are themselves at different levels of experience in working with practitioners.
The authors wrote this book for prospective and practicing early childhood educators who are expected to teach for understanding in accordance with an increasing number of state, local, and national benchmarks. The universal message of the book regarding the importance of arts-based learning is important to educators throughout the world responsible for the care and education of young children.
NEW! Provides research, tips, and specific suggestions for diverse learners--In the section on Curriculum Accommodations for Diverse Learners (Chapters 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.)
NEW! Shows how to integrate play and each of the art forms across the curriculum in the easy to read charts throughout the book?Charts are done by content area.
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-Part 1 Foundations of Creative Thought Chapter 1 Understanding Children¡¯s Creative Thought and Expression
Chapter 2 Supporting Children¡¯s Play, Games, and Inventions
Chapter 3 Fostering Creative Thought and Expression
Part 2 The Creative Arts Chapter 4 Promoting Children¡¯s Art
Chapter 5 Engaging Children in Music, Movement, and Dance
Chapter 6 Inviting Children¡¯s Participation in the Dramatic Arts
Part 3 Creative Teaching and Assessment Chapter 7 Designing Environments to Support Creativity and the Arts
Chapter 8 Using Creative Materials and Resources Effectively
Chapter 9 Assessing the Creative Processes and Products of Children
Chapter 10 Children's Creative Work in Diverse Families and Communities
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