Creativity in the Early Years : Engaging Children Aged 0-5

This book provides students with a comprehensive introduction to creativity that is up-to-date with current research and policy changes. A textbook like this is currently lacking in the market and Simon seeks to fill this gap by offering an accessible core textbook, which covers key areas of creativity in relation to the early years. The book also reflects changes in the area with its rights-based approach and coverage of inclusion and international perspectives.

This book offers an accessible and comprehensive new introduction to the subject and practise of creativity in early years education. Taylor takes a uniquely rights-based and inclusive approach to creativity, providing students with a holistic, internationally-minded overview of creativity and its place both inside and outside the classroom. Sections focus on:

• Defining creativity and its benefits
• Different modes of creativity
• Creativity in a policy and social context
• Creative pedagogy in practice
• Creative leadership

Each chapter offers questions for critical reflection, illustrative contemporary case studies, and ample suggestions for further reading.