Creative learning is discussed with respect to a specific physics topic. A teaching example, based
on an apparatus that demonstrates the standard dynamo model of geomagnetism, is presented. It
features many of the basic physics concepts within the syllabus of electromagnetism at high-school
and university. To stimulate conceptual learning and to invite student explorations, the apparatus
is designed to exhibit simplicity and transparency. Due to the connection to natural phenomena and
to engineering applications it promotes a holistic view of physics. The apparatus is therefore
useful for practising creative learning.