Big Science for Growing Minds: Constructivist Classrooms for Young Thinkers (Early Childhood Education) (Early Childhood Education (Teacher's College Pr))
''A wonderful exploration of constructivist science teaching...a much-needed book that provides valuable theoretical and practical information for all science educators.'' --NSTA Recommends''The author shows teachers how to put constructivist principles into actions in challenging learning experiences...this book offers an innovative approach for teachers who are serious about helping children cultivate knowledge about their world through science.'' --Young Children''An outstanding guide that makes a strong case for the importance of science education in the early grades...the author does a wonderful job of placing constructivism in the current age of standardized testing and little time for science instruction.'' --Connect''The author shows teachers how to put constructivist principles into actions in challenging learning experiences...this book offers an innovative approach for teachers who are serious about helping children cultivate knowledge about their world through science.'' --Young Children''An outstanding guide that makes a strong case for the importance of science education in the early grades...the author does a wonderful job of placing constructivism in the current age of standardized testing and little time for science instruction.'' --Connect