Children are born with a natural drive to explore and make sense of the world around them. Their natural curiosity and creativity are enhanced and supported through nurturing, responsive relationships with their families and providers. This lesson will further explore and define the creativity of children in family child care settings and offer an opportunity to think about the importance of creativity for all children.

Curiosity, exploration, and experimentation help children learn about the world, themselves, and the people around them. This lesson will help you learn more about creating experiences and activities that encourage these skills to support creativity in all children.

The materials you include in your program help set the stage for an engaging learning environment for all children, which supports their exploration, experimentation, and curiosity. This lesson will highlight materials that promote creativity for all children, and it will share information about choosing materials that support the strengths, needs, and cultures of the children in your care.

This lesson highlights the significance of being a creative family child care provider and provides insight on how to promote creativity when engaging with children and families. A key learning point is the importance of self-reflection and collaborative, supportive relationships.