Early Childhood Resources

Learning science and engineering practices from age 3 through preschool can foster children's curiosity in exploring the world and lay the foundation for science learning in K-12 settings.

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Culturally Responsive Teaching

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Where Did the Plant Come From?

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Using Apps to Engage All Families in Science Exploration

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Yes, and Cross-Curricular Planning for Preschool

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Elementary Journal

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Freebies for Science Teachers, December 7, 2021

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Teacher Tip Tuesday: Elevating Science Learning through Read Alouds! January 25, 2022

Join us on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET for another web seminar in the Teacher Tip Tuesday series....

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Web Seminar: SP22: Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, February 24, 2022

Elementary Preservice Teachers - join us on Thursday, February 24, 2022, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety in the science/STEM cla...

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Freebies for Science Teachers, November 9, 2021

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Young Architects at Play: STEM Activities for Young Children

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The Language of Science

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A Magnetic Attraction

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The Language of Science

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Freebies for Science Teachers, October 12, 2021

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Archive: Preservice Teachers - Engage with NSTA!, November 9, 2021

Learn about NSTA's digital resources, virtual experiences, online community, and website tools designed to help you build your library, network, conte...

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Archive: Book Beat Live! Integrating STEM Teaching and Learning into the K-2 Classroom, October 20, 2021

Young children come to school with a natural curiosity, along with a collection of ideas, experiences, and interests, that are tailored to the explora...

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Rubber Ducky Helps With Science

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