Number in Preschool and Kindergarten: Educational Implications of Piaget's Theory

by Constance Kamii

Book Overview

How does one teach number? Is there any way to apply Piaget's theory to the classroom? What activities are better than worksheets for helping children develop number concepts? Arguing that Piaget's... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0912674806
• ISBN13: 9780912674803
• Release Date: January 1982
• Publisher: National Association for the Education of You
• Length: 93 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A must-have for any elementary school teacher or Piaget enthusiast

A groundbreaker in the study of learning by deep understanding, Constance Kamii is a must-read for all elementary teachers, new and experienced. She incorporates deep Piagetian theory in her work with practical implications for the teacher to use in teaching number. This book is easy to read and offers relevant models for number instruction for teachers wanting to try something new and progressive in the classroom. You will never think of teaching the concept of number in the same way again, nor will the art of teaching number seem repetitive or dull for another second in your classroom.