Learning Math: "Five Children and One Teacher All Playing Frisbee."

Profiles a very perceptive teacher of transition and first grade classes and three of his insightful students. The profile illustrates how mathematics is embedded in the activities of everyday life, including playground activities, and how teachers can help young children learn to think as mathemati...

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Published inDimensions of Early Childhood Vol. 21; no. 1; p. 29
Main Authors Mills, Heidi, Clyde, Jean Anne
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 1992
Subjects
Childrens Writing
Elementary School Mathematics
Elementary School Students
Elementary School Teachers
Experiential Learning
Freehand Drawing
Grade 1
Holistic Approach
Integrated Activities
Learning Strategies
Mathematical Concepts
Playground Activities
Primary Education
Program Descriptions
Surveys
Transitional Programs
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Summary:Profiles a very perceptive teacher of transition and first grade classes and three of his insightful students. The profile illustrates how mathematics is embedded in the activities of everyday life, including playground activities, and how teachers can help young children learn to think as mathematicians think. (BB)
ISSN:0160-6425