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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Preschoolers “On the Move” with Energy

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Latest Resources

Web Seminar

Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, November 3, 2025

Are you a K-12 teacher that works near a Shell asset? If so you could win a science classroom makeover. Join us on Monday, November 3, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge....

Web Seminar

Developing a Competitive Application for Shell Science Teaching Awards, September 22, 2025

Join us on Monday, September 22, 2025, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Teaching Awards....

Web Seminar

Next Generation Science Standards: Critical Components for Implementation at Scale, October 27, 2025

Join us on Monday, October 27, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn about the critical components for implementation at scale of the Next Generation Science Standards....

Reports Article

Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, July 29, 2025

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....

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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...

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