The Act of Investigating: Learning Mathematics in the Primary Grades.

Ford, Margaret I.; Kuhs, Therese M.

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Act of Investigating: Learning Mathematics in the Primary Grades.

Ford, Margaret I.; Kuhs, Therese M.

Childhood Education, v67 n5 p313-16 1991

Discusses topics that are especially appropriate for investigation by young learners and describes activities that stimulate children's curiosity. Suggestions about ways to focus children's attention on mathematical aspects of the activities are offered. (BB)

Descriptors: Class Activities, Curiosity, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Geometry, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Skills, Number Concepts, Primary Education, Probability, Public Education, Teacher Role, Teaching Guides, Young Children

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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