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ERIC Number: EJ603944
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0044-0728
Nature, Literature, and Young Children: A Natural Combination.
Kupetz, Barbara N.; Twiest, Meghan M.
Young Children, v55 n1 p59-63 Jan 2000
Provides rationale for environmental education in early childhood settings. Suggests ways teachers can introduce the natural world to children. Focuses on: using children's literature to encourage close observation; examining the concept of change; using one's senses to learn about the world; and developing caring attitudes for the natural world. Includes a list of teacher resources and children's books. (KB)
Descriptors: Books, Childhood Attitudes, Childrens Literature, Concept Formation, Early Childhood Education, Environmental Education, Hands on Science, Multisensory Learning, Observation, Outdoor Education, Science Education, Young Children
Publication Type: Guides - Non-Classroom; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Caring