PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The Good Stuff
This module is led by Craig Benzine as he scours the depths of the universe and the recesses of the inner mind on a never-ending quest for The Good Stuff.
Other
Teach Preschool: This Is Not a Box!
The wonderful thing about the book "Not a Box" by Antoinette Portis is that there are so many fun activities you can do with the students once you've read the book. Here are a few activities a preschool teacher has done in the past.
Other
Teach Preschool: Invest Time in Pretend Play
Pretend play inspires imagination...that's where the real learning begins! This lesson centers around the book "Pumpkin Soup" by Helen Cooper. Each character has a special role in creating the soup, so centers can be set up for the...
Other
Cyberartsweb: Imagination
This site, which is provided by Cyberartsweb, gives a brief definition of term "imagination" with links to related concepts.
Primary Resources
Using Sketchbooks in Primary Schools
Get your young students involved in the creative process by introducing sketchbooks in your classroom. Not sure where to start? This article will give you great beginning tips on how to get young imaginations flowing.
Other
Abwag: Learn About Acting
Student awareness and appreciation of acting will be enhanced after discovering the tricks of the trade. They will learn how to act, feel and think in an acting environment.
Smithsonian Institution
Lemelson Center: Spark!lab: Invent a Board Game [Pdf]
Are you interested in games? Have you innovative ideas? Use your imagination to create a story-based board game with inspiration from two early computer game designers.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Picture Prompts and Story Starters
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart contains a collection of 55 picture prompts and story starters. Also includes other writing aids, including a rubric, graphic organizers, the writing process, etc. Questions provided by...
Other
Learning Activities: Paul Bunyan and His Blue Ox
Several suggested activities for engaging small children in the American folk tale of Paul Bunyan. The lesson plan and story include discussion, an online jigsaw puzzle, and coloring pages.
LM Digital Media
Kids World Fun: The Magic Bookmark [Pdf]
This ebook shares the story of a boy who hated school. Students will enjoy reading how a school project helped change his mind about school.
LM Digital Media
Kids World Fun: The Magical Mr. Tumblebuddy Flipet Writes Stories [Pdf]
This site shares a lesson plan. Teachers will use the mythical character named The Magical Mr. Tumblebuddy Flipet to help share students engage in the writing process of stories. Directions for a puppet activity related to the...
LM Digital Media
Kids World Fun: Waldo and the Desert Island Adventure [Pdf]
The ebook shares an imaginative adventure of a boy and his dog. In their imaginary voyage, they travel to a desert island.
PBS
Pbs: Host a Family Olympics
Design and build a track with obstacles you must go over, under, around or through. Participate in a non-competive event with a variety of games that develop gross motor skills.