Friedrich Froebel (educator)

Friedrich Froebel was a German educator best known for creating the concept of the kindergarten, emphasizing the importance of play and hands-on activities in early childhood development. He believed that children learn best through active engagement with materials and their environment, fostering creativity, social skills, and independence. Froebel developed educational toys called "Gifts" and "Occupations" to support this learning approach. His ideas helped shape modern early childhood education by highlighting the significance of nurturing a child's natural curiosity and ensuring that learning is joyful and meaningful during the formative years.