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ERIC Number: EJ541798
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8555
Teaching with Toys.
Stein, Mary; Miller, Dolores
Science Teacher, v64 n4 p22-25 Apr 1997
Discusses the use of toys in teaching science. Describes toys that model concepts including Playful Penguins and Blaster Balls; toys in demonstrations such as the Heat Solution, Rainbow Glasses, and Energy Ball; toys as mnemonic devices including Stackable Rings and Color Racers; and toys illustrating science and technology integration such as Happy/Sad Balls and Bimetal Disks. Contains 18 references. (JRH)
Descriptors: Demonstrations (Science), Educational Strategies, Hands on Science, Science Activities, Scientific Concepts, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods, Technology, Toys
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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