Creativity
Posted February 1, 2021
Creativity is one of the freest forms of self-expression.
It’s important to think outside of the box – after all, new problems require new solutions and creativity can help find those solutions!
Importance of the Creative Process
- All children need to be creative to freely express themselves.
- Freedom of expression helps create something that is your own.
- Creative activities help children express and cope with feelings.
- A student’s creative activity can help parents and teachers understand what that student is thinking or feeling.
- Creativity is great for mental growth!
- Provides opportunities for new ideas
- New ways of thinking
- Gives room to problem-solve
- Helps acknowledge and celebrate diversity and uniqueness.
Opportunities for Creativity
- Provide activities based on the interests and ideas of children
- Being creative is more than drawing or painting
Other forms of creativity:
- Photography
- Music
- Working with materials like wire, clay, paper, wood, water, or shadows
- Writing
Make a Variety of Experiences
- Provide multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and other community experiences
- Celebrate holidays and activities of other ethnic groups
