Creativity and Wellbeing in the Early Years

This accessible and practical guide explores how we can enhance and embed creativity in the early years to support children¿s wellbeing.

The book initially explores the work of Anna Craft, Ken Robinson, and Reggio Emilia to think about creativity with young children, before considering what this means for wellbeing. Five core chapters focus on creative mediums ¿ drawing, sculpting and painting; craft; music; dance and drama; and storytelling and poetry ¿ and offer a range of practical ideas and activities to use and adapt.

This book provides:

• A wide range of activities accompanied by examples of collaborative arts projects with children.
• Interviews with artists and practitioners who support children¿s wellbeing using creative mediums.
• Recommendations for creative activities using accessible and everyday materials.
• Case studies showing the positive impact of creativity, from developing children¿s cultur