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The Future of Advanced Education and Talent Development
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Jonathan A. Plucker
Jonathan A. Plucker
Johns Hopkins University
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USA
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Melanie S. Meyer
Baylor University
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https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-80686-043-2
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978-1-80686-043-2
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978-1-80686-044-9
Publication date:
2026
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Essay 8: Imagining the Future of Pretend Play and Creativity in Children

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Sandra W. Russ
Sandra W. Russ
Case Western Reserve University
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USA
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Sandra W. Russ
Case Western Reserve University
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Sandra W. Russ
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© 2026 Sandra W. Russ. Published under exclusive licence by Emerald Publishing Limited
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Abstract

Pretend play is a vehicle through which creative potential is developed. Pretend play is associated with creativity and pretend play intervention programs increase imagination and emotional expression. Given that technology is squeezing out time for pretend play, ideas for the future of pretend play are discussed.

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