Einstein never used flash cards : how our children really learn--and why they need to play more and memorize less
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Hirsh-Pasek, Kathy.
Contributors
Golinkoff, Roberta M.
Eyer, Diane E., 1944-
Published
[Emmaus, Pa.] : Rodale ;, 2004.
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Book
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[Pbk. ed.]
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xvii, 302 pages ; 23 cm.
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Uintah County Library - General NonFiction - Second Floor
305.231 HIRSH-PASEK
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Child development.
Early childhood education -- Parent participation.
Play.

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Published
[Emmaus, Pa.] : Rodale ;, 2004.
Edition
[Pbk. ed.]
Language
English

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Includes bibliographical references (p.269-286) and index.
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Argues that current parenting trends that emphasize early learning through memorization and repetition are actually harmful for children, stifling their creativity and preventing them from learning basic problem solving skills and focuses on the importance of letting children play and have fun and understanding the learning experiences offered through creative, unstructured, independent play.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Hirsh-Pasek, K., Golinkoff, R. M., & Eyer, D. E. (2004). Einstein never used flash cards: how our children really learn--and why they need to play more and memorize less ([Pbk. ed.]). Rodale ;.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Hirsh-Pasek, Kathy, Roberta M. Golinkoff and Diane E. Eyer. 2004. Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn--and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less. Rodale.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Hirsh-Pasek, Kathy, Roberta M. Golinkoff and Diane E. Eyer. Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn--and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less Rodale, 2004.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Hirsh-Pasek, Kathy., Roberta M Golinkoff, and Diane E. Eyer. Einstein Never Used Flash Cards: How Our Children Really Learn--and Why They Need to Play More and Memorize Less [Pbk. ed.], Rodale ;, 2004.

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