Evaluation of effective components in child-centered spaces based on promoting children's creativity from the perspective of experts

Children are among the most sensitive age groups in society, and during this period of their lives, when the roots of their personality, mental, physical, and social development are taking shape, they need to experience social life on their own scale, and this requires the provision of a childlike and intimate space. The environment affects the child and his personality in various ways and increases his creativity. It is said that children learn knowledge and understanding through interaction with the physical and social environment. The present study aims to evaluate the effect of child-centered spaces on promoting children's creativity. Therefore, this study will be a mixed quantitative and qualitative method. Initially, the effect of child-centered spaces on promoting children's creativity was evaluated through library and field studies. The descriptive-analytical research method was used to analyze them. Then, the components effective in promoting children's creativity were examined. The data obtained were analyzed in the SPSS26 software. The results show that factors such as encouraging new experiences, supporting interests, interacting with peers, etc. are effective components in promoting children's creativity. Parents play a very important role in their child's creativity. In order to foster creativity in their child, parents must create a positive atmosphere in the family and allow the child to freely "discover the world" and help their child's creativity manifest. As a result, parents can strengthen their children's creativity by supporting their children's specific interests and talents. Playfulness is one of the important tools for strengthening children's creativity. Playfulness not only entertains children, but also plays an important role in strengthening their creativity and developing their skills.