Childhood and Nature

Author: David Sobel
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Binding: Kindle Edition
ISBN: B002UUTCMK

Childhood and Nature

Public discussions of global climate change and other threats to the planet are making children more aware of environmental issues. Download Childhood and Nature from rapidshare, mediafire, 4shared. As increasing numbers of kids come to school wishing to take action, educators want to know how to teach in a way that fosters a love of nature and an understanding of the complexity and seriousness of these issues.In Childhood and Nature, noted educator David Sobel makes the case that meaningful connections with the natural world don't begin in the rainforest or arctic, but in our own backyards and communities. Based on his observations of recurrent play themes around the world, Sobel articulates seven design principles that can guide teachers in structuring learning experiences for children. Place-based ed Search and find a lot of education books in many category availabe for free download.

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