Creativity and the Arts in Early Childhood

Cover Image by Bill Roberts

SUPPORTING YOUNG CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENT and WELLBEING

£14.99 - £21.99 (depending on outlet)

Offering practical guidance for arts and early childhood settings, this much-needed book highlights the importance of the arts and creativity for children's learning, critical thinking, attunement and social interaction. The book explores:

  • the impact of creativity on young brains and bodies

  • how to choose the right arts approach for your children

  • ideas for creative teaching, assessments and environments

  • practitioner toolkits, with reflective questions and practical strategies for putting the arts into daily practice.

A veritable treasure trove of ideas and inspiration for anyone who believes in nurturing young children’s potential. Full contents below.

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What’s inside the book?

Part 2:

9.     Using different art forms in early years practice, inc:

  • Drama, role play and storytelling

  • Malleable and modelling materials

  • Mark making and drawing

  • Movement and dance

  • Music and Singing

  • Photography

  • Technology and creativity

10.       Creative Practices

11.       Creative Pedagogies

12.       What stops creativity (and what can we do about it)?

Part 1:

1.     What is creativity all about?

2.     The origins of creativity

3.     The benefits of creativity

4.     Measuring the impact of creativity

5.     The social, educational and political context for creativity

6.     Testing for creative traits

7.     Creating the conditions for creativity

8.   Can creativity enhance early brain development?

Publishers: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, London, 2020. EAN\ISBN-13 9781785926136. Paperback, Format A5: 229x152mm, Extent: 192 pages, Word Count 60,000 words.

“It is like the bible of all things important in a young child’s creative being. You really can’t be without it!”
— Natasha Holmes, Artistic Director, Tell Tale Hearts
“This thought-provoking book is an essential, much needed read. Ruth balances knowledge of the crucial importance of creativity in early years with practical, motivating methods and questions for reflection to inspire, challenge and improve practice.”
— Kate Shelley, Director of Tales Toolkit
“Capturing the inherent creativity of children for empowerment, learning and change is what makes this book such a great read. Ruth makes the case that expression, attunement, social interaction and positive brain and body development are just the beginning of how creativity makes a real difference for both us and our children.”
— Gregory Lane, Family Centre Manager, London Early Years Foundation
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