This book contends that although the arts are often thought to be closer to the rim of education than to its core, they are in fact critically important for developing complex aspects of the mind. The book aims to dispel the idea that the arts are somehow intellectually undemanding. It argues that many of the most subtle forms of thinking take…

Providing suggestions for parents and teachers, this anecdotal collection of an early childhood educator's experiences and insights emphasizes the importance of developing the decision-making capabilities of young children. Fundamentally, the discussion asserts that one of the major responsibilities of adults is to give children freedom to learn…

Prepared as a sequel to the College Board Educational Equality Project's "Academic Preparation for College: What Students Need To Know and Be Able To Do," this book examines curricular ideas, teaching strategies, arts learning rationales, and related issues. The arts are defined as separate fields of study which offer a distinctive…