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Chamberlin, Leslie J.; Bergman, Jerry – High School Journal, 1982
Gives an overview of creativity by defining it, characterizing the creative person, and identifying ways in which to encourage its development, such as providing creative role models, maintaining a safe and secure environment, avoiding criticism, communicating, and remaining flexible. (DC)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Creativity, Elementary Secondary Education

Warash, Bobbie Gibson; Lozier, John; Curry, Traci – Journal of Early Education and Family Review, 1998
Describes a project whereby a harpist collaborated with a preschool to introduce a harp and related music instruction into the classrooms. Notes the various learning experiences of individual children and the appropriateness of play as the mechanism for creating an inviting environment as children experienced the harp. (HTH)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Creative Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Robinson, Michael L. – Childhood Education, 1980
Describes a program to heighten self-esteem, interest in school, and creativity of gifted/talented children. Identity, inquiry, and interaction are presented as primary motivations to learning. The curriculum includes group sessions to foster self-image development, a media center to stimulate inquiry and eliminate boredom, and activities to…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Curriculum Enrichment

Edwards, Carolyn Pope; Springate, Kay Wright – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 1995
Considers both teacher-initiated and child-initiated strategies for enhancing young children's self-expression and creativity, based on the philosophy of the preschools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Discusses how the classroom can be modified to best support children's emerging creativity. (HTH)
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Expression, Classroom Environment, Creative Development
Gandini, Lella; And Others – Child Care Information Exchange, 1992
In this special section on creativity and learning, several articles discuss practices of schools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Topics include the role of reciprocity between child and adult in creative learning; the importance of play for adults; and ideas directors can use to help teachers translate creativity into classroom practice. (AC)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Creativity, Early Childhood Education
Gandini, Lella – Child Care Information Exchange, 1992
Describes the early childhood system in Reggio Emilia, Italy, in which educators (1) ensure that children live in "a community of well-being"; (2) create a supportive environment; (3) respect individual rhythms; (4) maintain work areas for the visual arts; (5) respond flexibly to children; and (6) foster peer support. (AC)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Creativity, Early Childhood Education

Seefeldt, Carol – Young Children, 1995
Examines children's art creations in a child care center in Reggio Emilia in northern Italy. Suggests that, to produce art, children need many interesting experiences in classroom and community, as well as encouragement to think, talk, and create art in response to their experiences. Under such circumstances, their art is as intriguing and…
Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Art Activities, Art Appreciation, Art Education
Rankin, Baji – Child Care Information Exchange, 1992
Describes a student project of the Anna Frank school for three to six year olds in Reggio Emilia, Italy, in which students developed creativity by exploring the world of dinosaurs. Underscores the reciprocity between children and teachers in guiding the project. (AC)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Dinosaurs, Early Childhood Education
Edwards, Carolyn Pope; Gandini, Lella; Peon-Casanova, Luis; Danielson, Jim – 2003
Noting that Maria Montessori pioneered early childhood education (ECE) reform in Italy, and the surge in innovation in ECE after WWII, this videotape describes the early childhood system in the city of Pistoia, Italy, known for its high-quality and innovative services. The 30-minute video offers footage from 2 of the 9 full-day infant toddler…
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Early Childhood Education