Young investigators : the project approach in the early years

Helm, Judy Harris. (Author). Katz, Lilian G. (Lilian Gonshaw), 1932- (Added Author).

Summary: Written for early childhood, preschool, kindergarten and first grade teachers, this book introduces using projects in early childhood settings. It provides step-by-step guidance for conducting projects, including a variety of nature experiences and the use of technology.

Record details

ISBN: 9780807751534 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN: 0807751537 (pbk. : alk. paper)
Physical Description: print
xi, 120, 28 pages : illustrations (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Edition: 2nd edition.
Publisher: New York : Teachers College Press ; Washington : National Association for the Education of Young Children, c2011.

Content descriptions

General Note:	"NAEYC item #244"--T.p. verso.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (p. 113-115) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Preface -- Acknowledgments -- 1. Projects and young children -- 2. Getting started -- 3. Developing the project -- 4. Investigation -- 5. Concluding the project -- 6. The camera project: preschoolers engaged and learning -- 7. The fire hydrant project: adapting the approach for toddlers -- 8. Issues in guiding projects with young children -- References -- Index -- About the authors -- Project planning journal.