Friedrich Froebel (apr 21, 1782 – jun 21, 1852)
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Froebel believed that children are like growing plants and teachers are like gardeners. Teachers should help students learn and grow. He influenced early education by creating kindergarten. He also believed that learning happens through play. Modern day kindergarten classes are based around playing.
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apr 21, 1782
jun 21, 1852
~ 70 years
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