Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
254
Language
English
Published
Nov 1, 1999
Publisher
Teachers College Press
ISBN-10
0807739049
ISBN-13
9780807739044
Description
This insightful book explores the journey of young children as they navigate the world of arithmetic, guided by Piaget's theory of cognitive development. The authors, Constance Kamii, Leslie R. Williams, and Leslie Baker Housman, delve into how children actively construct their understanding of numbers and mathematical concepts through hands-on experiences and discovery.
With updated theories and practical applications, the text presents a fresh perspective on teaching mathematics to young learners. It highlights the importance of fostering a learning environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking, empowering children to reinvent arithmetic in their unique ways. This edition serves as an essential resource for educators and parents looking to support children's mathematical growth effectively.
With updated theories and practical applications, the text presents a fresh perspective on teaching mathematics to young learners. It highlights the importance of fostering a learning environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking, empowering children to reinvent arithmetic in their unique ways. This edition serves as an essential resource for educators and parents looking to support children's mathematical growth effectively.
Genres
Children’s