While intelligence plays an important role in understanding human behavior, it is through creativity that we can understand a human's ability to cope with challenging situations in novel and appropriate ways. This fastback explores theories and research on creativity. Its chapters are: (1) "Looking for Creativity," describing six multidisciplinary…

This paper presents the position of the Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) regarding children's right to creative thought and expression. The position statement begins with a comparison of creativity in children and in adults, asserting that children have the right to creative development and that opportunities for creative…

Based on a hypothetical situation that aliens have invaded Earth and humans must relocate to another planet, students design a shelter that can be built on another planet to insure their survival. Students research the characteristics of a planet of their choice and consider how to get to that planet from Earth, determine which five items that…

Presents research results, teaching models, and instructional materials aimed at developing creativity in students. (RB)

Examines the hypothesis that second language learning at the elementary school level results in an increased development of the potential creativity of children. (RL)

A classroom activity is described which encourages students to determine the use of an artifact from the pre-Columbian Iraquois. Primary emphasis is on creative and productive thinking. (JB)

Argues that the child's learning experience should include nondiscursive experiences in addition to verbal learning. (Author/RB)

Article deals with one facet of the drug dilemma and its effect on the creative process, particularly as it affects young students of art. (RB)

Hypothesis investigated was whether or not a child who learned a second language at the elementary school level increased in fluency and flexibility in divergent thinking tasks. (Author)

Believes that the variety and availability of insects offers great opportunity for elementary school children to engage in exciting investigations that help in developing learning skills as well as independent creative thinking. Suggests teaching strategies and investigation ideas. (RB)