Froebel, Friedrich

Friedrich Froebel was a German educator best known for creating the concept of the kindergarten and emphasizing the importance of play in early childhood development. He believed that children learn best through hands-on activities, exploration, and creative activities such as building with blocks. Froebel emphasized nurturing a child's natural curiosity and fostering social, emotional, and cognitive growth through thoughtfully designed environments. His ideas laid the foundation for modern early childhood education, highlighting the importance of respecting children as active learners and integrating play into learning processes.