Exploring science in early childhood education

This edition focuses on early childhood education from birth through age eight. Based on theories of child development, this text depicts how to integrate scientific concepts with music and movement, language arts, social studies, and art. The text uses a problem-solving approach to discuss constructive concepts. The importance of literature and writing in science education is emphasized. Also, the text describes how to use dramatic play and thematic projects as vehicles for integration.

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Subject(s)Science
Author(s)Karen K Lind
Age5-7, 7-11
Published2000
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Shelf referenceA 372.35044 LIN
ISN/ISBN9780766802315
Direct URLhttps://www.stem.org.uk/x87m6

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