This article serves as a review of Amy Kind's “Imagination and creative thinking” (2022a) while also providing insights into educational matters. The overarching theme explored throughout this piece revolves around the notion of transcendent and instructive imaginings and their application within the realm of education. Employing a pedagogical lens, we examine Kind's perspectives and expand upon certain philosophical dialogues to address pressing educational challenges. Specifically, we discuss ChatGPT and its boundaries of creativity, focusing on the current alignment problem within AI and machine learning in relation to imagination and creative thinking. This article contributes to the comprehension of Kind's philosophical discourse and facilitates exploration of the role of imagination in various educational pursuits, particularly those concentrated on fostering creativity.