Preschool Resources

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

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Yes, and Cross-Curricular Planning for Preschool

Preschool in a Science Center

Preschool Science at Home: The PEEP Family Science Apps

Science with infants, toddlers and preschoolers

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Phenomena-driven Science Instruction

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Journal Article

Preschoolers “On the Move” with Energy

Journal Article

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Web Seminar

Bringing Quantum Science to the K-12 Classroom, November 6, 2025

This year has been designated as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Join us on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to celebrate the 100 Years of Quantum. ...

Reports Article

Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, July 15, 2025

Member Web Seminar

Encores and Premieres, September 15, 2025

Join us on Monday, September 15, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for another installment of Book Beat Live!...

Web Seminar

Unlocking Success: A Step-by-Step Guide to NSTA Proposal Submissions, August 19, 2025

Ready to share your best ideas with the science education community? Join us on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, for a dynamic web seminar where we will guide you through the process of submitting a successful proposal for the NS...

NSTA Press Book

The Explore-Before-Explain Guidebook for Science Education: Creating High Quality Lessons for the Classroom and Professional Learning

This guidebook uses an Explore-before-Explain instructional sequence to help you facilitate the design of active meaning-making lessons in science....

Web Seminar Series

Enhancing Instruction with the NSTA Sensemaking Tool

Join us for a dynamic four-part webinar series, scheduled on March 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET, where educators will explore how to use the NSTA Sensemaking Tool to give actionable feedback on lessons, and support instructiona...

Reports Article

Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, June 3, 2025

Member Web Seminar

How Can I Pay for That? Finding Grants to Support Learning, October 14, 2025

Have a great idea for your classroom, school, or district but you are not sure how to fund it? You are not alone. Join us on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for How Can I Pay for That?, a practical and empowering web seminar de...

Web Seminar

State Policy Landscape in 2025 and its Implications for Science Education, June 18, 2025

Stay informed on the key policy issues that could impact your classroom and your profession. Learn how to advocate for science education and ensure your voice is heard by policymakers. All individuals receive a certificate of participation and 100 N...

Web Seminar

Archive: 2025 STEM Policy Landscape, June 11, 2025

Join us for the second installment of the Advocacy in Action webinar series, featuring NSTA Policy Advisor James Brown, as he provides an insightful overview of key national policy trends shaping science, technology, engineering, and mathem...

Web Seminar

Archive: Science Teacher Compensation in a Competitive Landscape, June 4, 2025

This webinar will explore the critical policy issues it raises for state, local, and federal government policymakers. With its new statement, NSTA speaks to the issue of how our nation's schools should pay science teachers in a competitive econo...

Web Seminar Series

Science Notebooks in Student-Centered Classrooms: A Professional Book Study for K-8 Teachers

This web seminar series, scheduled on February 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Eastern Time, offers an opportunity to K-8 teachers to learn about the use of science notebooks in the classroom....

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