Holding the Inner Flame: On Creativity

By Dr. Joanne Foster

Dr. Joanne Foster, Author, Advocate for Gifted Learning

Exploring Creativity: Why It Matters and How to Cultivate It

Delighted to be part of this podcast episode on creativity – a thought-provoking discussion also featuring Patrice Vecchione, and orchestrated by host Suki Wessling. Get ready to fan your inner flame because there are lots of take-aways. Enjoy!

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Dr. Joanne Foster

Joanne is an acclaimed author and educator with decades of experience. Her expertise in educational psychology, special education, and child development fuels her work, empowering parents and educators, and fostering creativity and high-level learning in children and teens. She’s written countless articles, and she’s the multiple award-winning author of several books—including BUST YOUR BUTS - Independent Book Publishers’ Association Silver Award Recipient (Teen Nonfiction), and IGNITE YOUR IDEAS: CREATIVITY FOR KIDS - 2025 Bronze Medalist, Moonbeam Children’s Book Award (Nonfiction – Chapter Book), and also Winner of the American Book Fest 2025 Best Book Award (Children’s Nonfiction). For information on new and upcoming publications, and for resources on learning, creativity, productivity, children’s well-being, and more, go to https://joannefoster.ca

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