Igniting Creativity in Gifted Learners, K-6: Strategies for Every Teacher - Tapa dura

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"Contains priceless examples of teachers sharing their particular expertise on how to bring creativity and excitement back to our classrooms. Best of all, the strategies are integrated with required standards." (Susan Winebrenner, Author and Staff Development Specialist 2008-05-29)

"This book has a tremendous number of exciting ideas for developing and enhancing the creativity of gifted learners in kindergarten through sixth grade. Teachers from across the country have contributed to this outstanding volume. A must for every dedicated teacher." (Frances A. Karnes, Professor of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education 2008-05-29)

"Filled with practical strategies to ignite creativity in classrooms. Teachers will discover multiple ways to foster their students’ creativity. The strategies are applicable in all content areas, so this is a valuable resource for all teachers." (Julia Roberts, Mahurin Professor of Gifted Studies, Western Kentucky University 2008-05-29)

"There are many books that establish the importance of providing creative, stimulating learning experiences, but here is a book that provides strategies for exactly how that can be done. Smutny has brought together a group of creative and exciting teachers who present in clear, usable ways the ideas and strategies that could and should be used in every classroom." (Barbara Clark, Professor Emeritus 2008-06-04)

"The most exciting and significant book about creative teaching to come out in gifted education in the last 25 years." (Jerry Flack, Professor Emeritus of Education and President's Teaching Scholar 2009-02-04)

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Provide exciting, enriching learning experiences for gifted students through proven strategies from master teachers!

With contributions from experienced educators, this book helps elementary school teachers use creative methods to enhance gifted students’ learning and stimulate higher-level thinking, discovery, and invention. Linked to curriculum standards, the numerous ready-to-use strategies, activities, and examples help teachers: 

• Inspire students in reading, writing, social studies, mathematics, science, and the arts
• Tie creative processes to learning outcomes 
• Incorporate technology into instruction where appropriate
• Encourage students to explore new avenues for thinking and learning