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<p>This book takes an inspirational look at how to foster children's creativity as well as following the guidelines in the National Curriculum. The book:</p> <ul> <li>explores the nature of the creative mind</li> <li>investigates the role of play and the concept of creativity</li> <li>examines appropriate continuing professional development for teachers</li> <li>looks at the personal and professional identities of teachers</li> <li>considers ways of analysing and describing creative practice.</li> </ul> <p>This text looks at the bigger picture in education, asking what sort of systems need to be designed to develop children's learning in the 21st century. It will be a resource to teachers, head teachers and advisory staff committed to asking questions, encouraging play and not allowing problems or circumstances to block action.</p>