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Learning is child's play
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1982)
"To many parents, children's game playing seems to be just that - only playing and a waste of time. Yet, to preschool children, playing is the main way they come to understand and master their environment. Playing is a way of learning by trial...
Feelie bag
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1980)
"Preschool children learn continuously whether they are playing or just gazing at the clouds. However, touching is one of the first and most important ways that children are able to learn. They love to touch, to find out how objects feel. They soon...
Comparison blocks
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Playing with blocks is extremely important activity in the life of a preschool child. It is considered by educators to be one of the most important activities in which preschoolers can engage."--First paragraph....
Meaning and value of play
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
child's life. Through play, children learn about the world around them. As children grow and develop they begin to organize their play and become more cooperative, learning with and through others. Play involves the ability to reason, perceive...
Number Puzzle
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1981)
"Parents of young children should take the time to play and talk to them. This is the way children learn about themselves, about the world, and about the concepts that will help them adjust to life."--First paragraph...
Color lotto
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1981)
"Parents who find time to play with their preschoolers often enjoy sharing the enthusiasm children have for discovering new information about the world around them. Until they are convinced otherwise, most children think learning is fun...
Learning squares
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1980)
who are learning about shapes, sizes, and colors for the first time, you should be instrumental in helping them."--First paragraph....
Selecting good child care : a step-by-step guide for parents returning to work (2000)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2000)
Toys : tools for growth
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1968)
"Toys are fun. But they are more. They are the tools of play that keep the child developing and learning. In selecting toys, begin with your child. Match his interests and capabilities with a suitable toy-one that challenges him at his particular...
Children's Early Learning: What the state of Missouri can do
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2002)
Findings from the Midwest Child Care Research Consortium
indicate early childhood education settings are of low quality in three areas that are key to early learning: Learning
Activities, Language and Reasoning and Social Interactions...
Infant and Toddler Programs: Recommendations for Quality Child-Teacher Interactions
(Center for Family Policy & Research, 2007)
Recommendations for practices that strengthen early childhood programs are proposed based on findings from two studies. In one study, researchers in the Midwest Child Care Research Consortium conducted a study to assess program quality...
Playgrounds for children
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1982)
"Children learn by playing - both indoors and outdoors. Outdoors spaces have great learning value, especially if they are designed for children. Sometimes outdoor areas or playgrounds are used as just a place to let the kids loose. But, children can...
Sound cans
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1980)
"How many times have you missed hearing something because you simply weren't listening? Often our minds are on something else and we shut out what others say. Some of us have never really developed very good listening ...
Sexuality and your child (2000)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2000)
Nurturing children's talents (2001)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 2001)
The Money world of your young student (1964)
(1964)
This publication (one of a series) is intended to help you as a parent ro understand the place of money in your child's life. Since each family is different, you will have to adapr rhe informarion to fir your own siruation and your financial...
Your child's health and BMI (2008)
(University of Missouri Extension, 2008)
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a ratio of an individual's height and weight. BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible health risks such as diabetes, heart disease and asthma.
Attribute blocks
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1980)
"Imagine how difficult it would be to describe people or objects if you couldn't refer to attributes such as shape, size, and color. People are often pointed out as being "the lady in the red dress" or "the large man wearing ...
Understanding and encouraging your child's speech and language development (1981)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1981)
develop, you can work with your child to achieve the best possible practice."--First paragraph....
Understanding and encouraging your child's speech and language development (1979)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
develop, you can work with your child to achieve the best possible progress."--First paragraph....