creativity and the brain from Norma

Wow. Every time I learn more about Chuck Close, I am amazed by him! The obsticals he has overcome are incredible. I know that this video was not about him and his disabilities but I really think it is important to teach our students about him! How many of us know a student that continuously fails in school. The one who is in trouble, who can't read or do math. This same child amazes us with his creativity and ability in our art class!

 

I do believe that creativity takes hard work and dedication. The creative soul also needs others to grow. As teachers, we should take what we learn from this video and these gentlemen (and the lady) and use it in the classroom to encourage our students to take pride in their strengths. Norma