Preschoolers and Academics: Some Thoughts.

Schickedanz, Judith

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ERIC Number: EJ421835

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Publication Date: 1990

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Preschoolers and Academics: Some Thoughts.

Schickedanz, Judith

Young Children, v46 n1 p4-13 Nov 1990

Home-based and school-based literacy programs are analyzed. Creative play in home-based programs is contrasted to play in the teacher-directed school. School-based literacy programs that embed academic skills in meaningful experiences are advocated. Other desirable qualities of literacy programs are considered. (DG)

Descriptors: Creative Teaching, Early Childhood Education, Family School Relationship, Kindergarten Children, Literacy, Parent Child Relationship, Play, Preschool Children, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Teacher Student Ratio, Teaching Methods, Writing Readiness

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

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Language: English

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