The Arts and Creativity in Schools

Boredom can be a surprising component to the creative process—even in the classroom.

To support students' creativity, educators must question assumptions and instill a sense of possibility.

Freddie Gray's death tore a city apart, but these shaken teens found their power in the aftermath.

Sketchnoting can help students with autism assimilate new information.

When Michael Bonner's 2nd grade students were failing their reading tests, he didn't give up on them. He made a music video.

The renowned actor says access to the arts shouldn't depend on a child's zip code.

Schoolwide arts integration programs can reenergize teachers' practice and boost student achievement.

At a Boston charter school, instruction in music composition helps students see their true potential.

Movies—especially "world cinema"—have tremendous potential to stimulate students' interest and thinking skills.

All students need to know that there is room for them in arts programs.

Three schoolwide installations showcase the power of art to promote social justice, community, and individualism.

"Zombie" findings aside, arts education has unique benefits for students.

Reclaiming a foundational literacy routine in classrooms. Watch the video.

Educator teams need to have a little fun.

Bringing students' interests into the classroom enriches learning.

All educators can learn valuable lessons from the way the arts are taught.

Readers share ideas for adding creativity to the classroom.

Reader responses to recent issues of EL.

An interview with the drama teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on helping students heal through the arts.

Findings from the new AIR report "Review of Evidence: Arts Integration Research Through the Lens of the Every Student Succeeds Act."

New and classic books to inspire your students' creativity.