Title
Playing To Get Smart (Early Childhood Education Series)
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Play Is The Most Effective Way For Children To Develop Critical Life Skills Such As Creative Thinking And Social Problem Solving. In This Book, Betty Jones, Wellknown For Her Work On Play, Is Joined By Her Colleague Renatta Cooper To Offer A Radical Vision Of Early Schoolingan Antidote For The Current Pressure Of Standardized Education.Practicing What It Preaches, Playing To Get Smart Will Be A Playful Reading Experience For Teachers And Parents Alike. With Jokes, Riddles, And Stories Sprinkled Throughout, The Authors Show How Important Play Is For Children Of All Ethnic And Socioeconomic Groups, From Birth To Age 8.A Provocative Challenge To Teachers And Parents Of Young Children, Playing To Get Smart: Explains Why Teachers Need To Provide Opportunities For Quality Play And Why Parents Need To Understand The Benefits Of Play For Their Children. Demonstrates How Play Offers Opportunities For Initiative, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, And Peacemaking. Addresses The Negative Effects Of Traditional Schooling, Particularly On Poor Children.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Playing to Get Smart'? A: 'Playing to Get Smart' emphasizes the importance of play in early childhood education, highlighting its role in developing critical life skills such as creative thinking and social problem solving.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Betty Jones and Renatta Cooper, both of whom have expertise in early childhood education.
- Q: What age group is this book targeted towards? A: 'Playing to Get Smart' is primarily aimed at children from birth to age 8, addressing their developmental needs through play.
- Q: What are some key concepts discussed in the book? A: The book discusses the need for quality play in education, the benefits of play for children's development, and critiques traditional schooling methods that may negatively affect young children.
- Q: What type of reading experience does the book provide? A: The book offers a playful reading experience, filled with jokes, riddles, and stories that engage both teachers and parents.
- Q: Is this book suitable for parents and educators? A: Yes, 'Playing to Get Smart' is designed to be beneficial for both parents and educators, providing insights on fostering play in children's lives.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Playing to Get Smart' is available as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 128 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Playing to Get Smart' published? A: 'Playing to Get Smart' was published on November 25, 2005.