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Free To Learn: Why Unleashing The Instinct To Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Selfreliant, And Better Students For Li,Used
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A Leading Expert In Childhood Development Makes The Case For Why Selfdirected Learning 'Unschooling' Is The Best Way To Get Kids To Learn.'All Kids Love Learning. Most Don'T Love School. That'S A Disconnect We'Ve Avoided Discussinguntil This Lightning Bolt Of A Book. If You'Ve Ever Wondered Why Your Curious Kid Is Turning Into A Sullen Slug At School, Peter Gray'S Free To Learn Has The Answer. He Also Has The Antidote.' Lenore Skenazy, Author Of Freerange Kidsin Free To Learn, Developmental Psychologist Peter Gray Argues That In Order To Foster Children Who Will Thrive In Today'S Constantly Changing World, We Must Entrust Them To Steer Their Own Learning And Development. Drawing On Evidence From Anthropology, Psychology, And History, He Demonstrates That Free Play Is The Primary Means By Which Children Learn To Control Their Lives, Solve Problems, Get Along With Peers, And Become Emotionally Resilient. A Brave, Counterintuitive Proposal For Freeing Our Children From The Shackles Of The Curiositykilling Institution We Call School, Free To Learn Suggests That It'S Time To Stop Asking What'S Wrong With Our Children, And Start Asking What'S Wrong With The System. It Shows How We Can Actboth As Parents And As Members Of Societyto Improve Children'S Lives And To Promote Their Happiness And Learning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main premise of 'Free to Learn'? A: 'Free to Learn' argues that self-directed learning, or 'unschooling', is essential for children to thrive in a constantly changing world. The book emphasizes the importance of free play in fostering problem-solving skills, emotional resilience, and social interaction.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Free to Learn'? A: The author of 'Free to Learn' is Peter Gray, a developmental psychologist with extensive expertise in childhood development.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: 'Free to Learn' is targeted at parents, educators, and anyone interested in childhood development and educational practices, especially those looking to understand alternative learning methods.
- Q: How does the book propose to improve children's happiness and learning? A: The book suggests that by allowing children to steer their own learning and development, and promoting free play, they can become happier, more self-reliant, and better students.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in 'Free to Learn'? A: Key themes include the critique of traditional schooling, the benefits of self-directed learning, the role of play in education, and the importance of nurturing children's natural curiosity.
- Q: How many pages does 'Free to Learn' have? A: 'Free to Learn' has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Free to Learn'? A: 'Free to Learn' was published on February 10, 2015.
- Q: What format is 'Free to Learn' available in? A: 'Free to Learn' is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is 'Free to Learn' suitable for all age groups? A: 'Free to Learn' primarily focuses on childhood and adolescent development, making it most relevant for parents and educators of children in those age groups.
- Q: Can 'Free to Learn' change my perspective on education? A: Many readers have found that 'Free to Learn' challenges traditional views on education and encourages a more holistic approach to child development, making it a thought-provoking read.