Challenging stereotypical images of science: suggestions for the reading of science trade books in the early years

By Lena Hansson, Lotta Leden

Issue 17 | Page 32 | Published Jul 2019

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Stereotypical images of science and scientists can be found in science teaching as well as in various media and children's books. The authors suggest scaffolding themes and topics for discussion when reading science picture books to early years children.

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Early Years

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