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Loading... Big questions for young minds : extending children's thinkingby Janis Strasser
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Questions are powerful tools, especially in the classroom. Asking rich, thoughtful questions can spark young children's natural curiosity and illuminate a whole new world of possibility and insight. But what are "big" questions, and how do they encourage children to think deeply? With this intentional approach-rooted in Bloom's Taxonomy-teachers working with children ages 3 through 6 will discover how to meet children at their individual developmental levels and stretch their thinking. Featuring contributions from respected names in the field, this bookOffers a foundation for using high-level questions in preschool and kindergarten interest areas. Provides tips for getting started and examples of questions at each of the six levels of questioningExplores the use of high-level questions during daily classroom routines and in a variety of contextsRecommends picture books that support the use of high-level questionsIncludes an extensive resource section for teachers and familiesWith the guidance in this book as a cornerstone in your day-to-day teaching practices, learn how to be more intentional in your teaching, scaffold children's learning, and promote deeper understanding. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)155.41Philosophy and Psychology Psychology Developmental And Differential Psychology Childhood General Child PsychologyLC ClassificationRatingAverage: No ratings.Is this you?Become a LibraryThing Author. |