The misconception that creativity is ‘only art’ and ‘for artists’ alone, that it cannot be learned, or does not impact prosperity and productivity in the same way as literacy and numeracy, is long outlived, it encompasses so much more.
The misconception that creativity is ‘only art’ and ‘for artists’ alone, that it cannot be learned, or does not impact prosperity and productivity in the same way as literacy and numeracy, is long outlived, it encompasses so much more.
What developed was a wonderful conversation, first about how they felt about the littering on their collective garden drawing then the effect of littering in the real world on plants, animals, people and the oceans. It was incredible to see and hear the acute awareness from 5-6 year olds but also to see creativity in their learning.
Teachers are under so much more pressure than ever before and whilst I know they would love to be able to spend that extra time and attention with each child when they need it; time, targets and curriculum just do not allow for it.