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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Preschoolers “On the Move” with Energy

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Preschool–Grade 2 Science/Engineering Hands-On Activity Safety Protocols

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, April 23, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, April 16, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, April 9, 2024

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Web Seminar: FA24: Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, October 7, 2024

Elementary Pre-service Teachers! Join us on Monday, October 7, 2024, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the element...

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Students to Stewards: Student-centered climate change instruction

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Coherence from the Students’ Perspective: What, Why and How?

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Science in Preschool, Part 2

The Early Years...

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Sponsored Web Seminar: NSTA/ECA Science Kit Services - Partnering Together to Help You Manage Your Classroom Materials, May 9, 2024

Struggling with materials management in your district?  Want to learn tips and tricks from the experts at ECA Science Kit Services? Join us on Th...

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, March 12, 2024

Reports Article

Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, February 13, 2024

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Science in Preschool, Part 1: Leveraging the Power of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with Consideration to Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

This two-part article will describe four powerful key ideas embedded in the Framework and the NGSS and ways in which early educators might leverage th...

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