This book takes an inspirational look at how to foster children's creativity as well as following the guidelines in the National Curriculum. The book:

• explores the nature of the creative mind


• investigates the role of play and the concept of creativity


• examines appropriate continuing professional development for teachers


• looks at the personal and professional identities of teachers


• considers ways of analysing and describing creative practice.

This text looks at the bigger picture in education, asking what sort of systems need to be designed to develop children's learning in the 21st century. It will be a resource to teachers, head teachers and advisory staff committed to asking questions, encouraging play and not allowing problems or circumstances to block action.

Introduction Part 1: Creativity in Children and Teachers 1. What is Creativity? 2. Illustrating Creativity in Children and Teachers 3. Creativity and Play Part 2: Creativity Across the Curriculum 4. The Arts and Humanities 5. Maths and Science 6. Technology Part 3: Personal and Professional Development 7. Understanding Self and Creative Potential 8. Fostering Creativity in the Primary Classroom 9. Professional Development for Creativity Part 4: Vision 10. Re-visioning Education for the 21st Century 11. Creativity, Virtue and Humanity