Learning to Imagine

Discover how the human mind learns to create new worlds in Learning to Imagine by Andrew Shtulman. This engaging, evidence-driven book unpacks the mechanics of imagination—how mental imagery forms, evolves, and powers creativity, problem-solving, and learning across the lifespan.

With clear explanations rooted in cognitive psychology and neuroscience, Shtulman guides readers through landmark studies and accessible examples that reveal how imagination is taught, nurtured, and sometimes constrained. Whether you’re an educator designing classroom experiences, a parent fostering creative play, a student of psychology, or a professional interested in innovation, this book translates research into practical insight without sacrificing intellectual rigor.

You’ll learn how mental imagery shapes understanding, why certain metaphors and models persist, and how targeted strategies can expand imaginative capacity. The narrative balances scientific depth with readable storytelling, making complex ideas immediately useful for curriculum planning, creative practice, and everyday problem-solving.

Perfect for readers in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and beyond, Learning to Imagine is both a scholarly resource and a readable guide to cultivating imagination in people of all ages. If you want to deepen your grasp of cognitive development and apply evidence-based techniques to grow creativity and reasoning, this book is an essential addition to your shelf.

Bring new thinking to your classroom, home, or workplace—order your copy of Learning to Imagine by Andrew Shtulman today.

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