Following Children's Lead with the Project Approach Inspired Learning for Children and Adults

Standard 5Resource Type: ArticleTopic: PlayTopic: CurriculumTopic: Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Written By Kadisha Conteh

https://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/articles/following-childrens-lead
This article explores how the Project Approach fosters in-depth, child-led learning through collaborative investigations like the "Rocks Project" in Kansas City. By observing children's natural curiosities and engaging community experts, educators can co-construct meaningful, standards-based curriculum that enhances intellectual development and family engagement.

Organization/Author: Karrie Snider, Della Judie, Carol Bolz, Community Playthings

Type of Resource: Article

Publication Date: August 2023

Kadisha Conteh
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