The Early Years: Observing With Magnifiers
Fri, Apr 17, 2015 7:01 PM
Little Ones and Magnifiers
This article made a connection between early use of magnifiers and the development of observation skills. The author suggests having magnifiers all around the classroom, and the use of various sizes and strengths. Some children may not find them easy to use at first, but will with practice in various settings. Included are some basic tips on getting young children to recognize change in size with water and in encouraging discussion and higher level thinking.