creative ability in children

Offers advice and ideas for teachers on how to foster creative thinking and expression in their students by engaging them fully in the learning process. Includes sample lesson plans, activities, and tips for getting started.

Carolyn continues to get frustrated with her cursive writing until her teacher, Mrs. Thompson, is able to turn it into confidence.

Explains what creativity is, how it can be developed, and how it enhances life. Includes interviews with creative people.

Offers an alternative approach to parenting that gives children the reallife skills needed for loving and successful lives.

Discusses how people can gain the most career satisfaction with a balance between natural talent and personal passion, explores the conditions that enable and repress that possibility, and describes the careers of Paul McCartney, Matt Groening, Meg Ryan, and others.

See the evolution of seven artists including D?rer, Picasso, and Dal? by viewing works they made as children and masterpieces they created as adults.

Presents examples of creativity, such as thinking of ways to raise money for a new school library, planning a surprise party for your friends, and believing you can grow up to be anything you want to be.