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ERIC Number: EJ413991
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0037-7996
Introduce Children to Problem Solving and Decision Making by Using Children's Literature.
Riecken, Ted J.; Miller, Michelle R.
Social Studies, v81 n2 p59-64 Mar-Apr 1990
Critiques current models of problem solving for children, maintaining that there is a chasm between the experiences of real-life problem solving and the idealized frameworks that are presented to children. Suggests the use of children's literature as a means to teaching problem solving. Includes suggested readings, and a list of questions for teachers. (RW)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Critical Thinking, Decision Making Skills, Elementary Education, Learning Strategies, Problem Solving, Social Studies, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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