Focus and Scope
Aims
Journal of Art and Creativity in Early Childhood Education aims to provide a scholarly forum for the exchange of research findings, theoretical perspectives, and practical insights related to art, creativity, and aesthetic learning in early childhood education. The journal seeks to advance understanding of how creative and artistic experiences contribute to young children’s holistic development, including cognitive, social, emotional, cultural, and creative domains.
Scope
Journal of Art and Creativity in Early Childhood Education publishes original research articles, conceptual papers, and best practice reports that examine art- and creativity-based approaches in early childhood education. The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary perspectives that integrate education, arts, culture, and child development, focusing on learning experiences for children from birth to eight years old.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Art-based learning and creative pedagogy in early childhood
- Visual arts, music, dance, drama, and movement for young children
- Creativity development and imaginative play
- Innovation and digital media for creative learning
- STEAM and arts-integrated education in early childhood
- Early literacy and numeracy through artistic and creative approaches
- Inclusive and culturally responsive arts education
- Child growth and development through creative activities
- Curriculum, learning environment, and assessment in arts-based early childhood education
- Teacher education and professional development in art and creativity for early childhood
