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Froebel's support of multiple intelligences

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Froebel created the "Play and Activity Institute and renamed it Kindergarten in 1840" and began an innovative learning experience for children (Froebel Web, 2009)."
Would he like the teacher to include the multiple intelligences in his/her classroom?

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"Froebel designed his own set of manipulatives, inspired by his love of architecture and drawing. He called these his 'gifts' to children (Manning, 2005). He believed in promoting play through learning development. "His philosophy revolves around three main ideas: the unity of creation, respect for children as individuals, and the importance of play in children's education" (Manning, 2005). ...

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