Argues that creative dramatics offers many outlets for expression and creative activity to children who are shy, unable to speak up and act out imaginary adventures, or who lack confidence or self-esteem. (RB)

The Project PRIMES (Progress Research in Meeting Elementary Standards) system examines elementary schools in light of minimum standards set by the Ohio State Department of Education. This evaluation instrument is divided into four sections: (1) teacher strengths and weaknesses, (2) principal's strengths and weaknesses, (3) instructional…

This document presents a variety of creative activities for young people to help them not only understand some of the principles of economics but, further, enjoy the study of economics. The book, while not a comprehensive or in-depth view of the science of economics, comprises a quick survey of some important aspects of understanding the system.…

Most of the classroom activities suggested here were tried out by teachers with their own classes. Although the activities seem most appropriate for elementary grades, they might also be used by older students, especially those in schools not tied to orthodox curriculums. Many of the activities could be linked to subject matter, but others, like…

Twenty-six lesson plans are presented for creative language activities leading to writing and art work. Each lesson includes a statement of teaching goals, resulting pupil experiences, materials needed, suggested stories, procedures, and extended follow-up activities. (AA)

Describes an entertaining approach to use in stimulating creative thinking in elementary science. (JMB)

Here are 12 ideas for combining the Christmas season and some creative learning activities for young students. (RK)

Describes how the story theatre technique was used in a class of Canadian vocational students with reading difficulties. (RL)

Numerous examples of devices designed by primary school children are provided. The instructional methodology and classroom setting are also described. (CP)

Indicates that informal classroom drama is not widely used on a regular basis in the eight metropolitan school districts studied. Reports that 20 building principals interviewed cited curriculum load, lack of support from various sources, and teacher training as the most significant reasons that their schools did not do more informal drama. (JD)

Described is a method of tapping students' creative potential in art: the Spontaneous Response Drawing. SRD consists of drawing with a single line, usually with crayons or colored felt tip pens on a large sheet of paper. (KC)

Discusses the life and paintings of Vincent van Gogh, focusing on "The Road Meanders," and describes how to teach students through the painting (e.g., analyzing colors, discussing feelings it evokes, and writing poems that speak to the people in the painting). A copy of the painting is included. (SM)

Presents short descriptions of six "curious places" in children's books and films. Describes sample creative class activities for younger and middle grade children to engage in after listening to selected stories. Activities include creating drawings, stories, flip books, and picture books; role-playing; and developing an imaginary town.…

Observations of open-ended activities in third- and fourth-grade classes identified six characteristics of such activities that can empower teachers and students. These include establishment of activity boundaries, importance of the teacher, risk-taking for teachers and students, negotiation of responsibilities, extended time frameworks, and…