About Creative Teaching Press

Since the Scratch ‘n Sniff phenomenon, CTP has expanded offerings to cover educational needs for ages 3–14, grades PreK–8. CTP continues to be at the forefront of the educational market because the company’s products are developed by teachers and educators who understand firsthand what resources parents and teachers need to help children learn. CTP editors, product developers, designers and authors regularly visit classrooms and attend workshops and conventions to ensure that CTP’s products are what parents and teachers want and need to educate children! Jim Connelly, Luella and Pat’s son, has held multiple titles and responsibilities since joining the company in 1982. He was named president in 1994. In his tenure with CTP, the company has expanded its sales and international market presence. In the more than 50 years since the establishment of the company, Creative Teaching Press has developed a long tradition of producing high-quality, successful, innovative, and educationally sound products that have a proven track record in the classroom and at home. Read their story