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ERIC Number: EJ351347
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1987
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Learning Mathematics and Science Through Play.
Henniger, Michael L.
Childhood Education, v63 n3 p167-71 Feb 1987
Analyzes the impact that play has on science and mathematics learning for preschool and elementary school children. Examples are given of learning opportunities in science and mathematics available through children's play. Also considers the attitudes developed through play--curiosity, divergent thinking and motivation--essential to learning in these areas. (BB)
Descriptors: Curiosity, Divergent Thinking, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Motivation, Play, Preschool Children, Preschool Education, Science Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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