The Myth of the Muse

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to deepen understanding of what it means to be creative and how to develop creativity in our students.” —DILHANI J. USWATTE

“Reeves and Reeves masterfully weave research

K–12 teachers and administrators will:

reflection at every turn. This book is an inspiring contribution that all educators (teachers, coaches, principals, and administrators) need to read!” —JACIE MASLYK

Assistant Superintendent Hopewell Area School District

“Reeves and Reeves wrench the ethereal quality out of the concept of creativity, making it something possible, something doable, and something constructive.” —DANA FRANTZ BENTLEY

Early Childhood Educator Buckingham Browne and Nichols School

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REEVES & REEVES

• Engage in conversations about creativity • Consider the crucial elements of creativity • Challenge their preconceptions about creativity • Gain advice on what practices both educators and policymakers should avoid and emulate in applying creativity • Reflect creatively based on prompts at the end of each chapter

with practical examples, prompting meaningful

SUPPORTING VIRTUES THAT INSPIRE CREATIVITY

but a process that can be cultivated. K–12 educators must put this crucial element of academic and professional success at the very center of their curriculum. Authors Douglas Reeves and Brooks Reeves aim to start a conversation about what creativity truly is and address prevalent misperceptions that exist around the nature of creativity, outlining seven virtues that inspire creativity: (1) curiosity, (2) versatility, (3) synthesis, (4) discipline, (5) collaboration, (6) experimentation, and (7) tenacity.

MUSE

The Myth of the Muse contends that creativity is not spontaneous or inborn

OF THE

National Milken Award Educator and Elementary Principal

MYTH

administrators and faculty to use

THE

“This book is an ideal tool for

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MYTH OF THE

MUSE Supporting Virtues That

Inspire Creativity

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DOUGLAS REEVES & BROOKS REEVES


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