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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Freebies for Science and STEM Teachers, July 2, 2024

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Web Seminar: FA24: Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, November 4, 2024

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 4, 2024, from 7:00...

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Web Seminar: FA24: Developing a Competitive Application for Shell Science Teaching Awards, September 30, 2024

Join us on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Teaching Awards....

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Science Update: Space Weather on Our Approach to Solar Max, August 15, 2024

Join us on Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about space weather from NASA. In this web seminar, we will delve into the...

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Web Seminar: Next Generation Science Standards: A Decade of Invigorating Implementation, October 9, 2024

Join us on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn about NGSS implementation efforts over the past ten years....

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Web Seminar: FA24: Reviewing a Proposal for NSTA Conferences, October 2, 2024

Join us on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn the process that NSTA follows to review conference proposals.  Durin...

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Web Seminar: SU24: Submitting a Successful Proposal to Present at NSTA’s National Conferences, August 27, 2024

Join us on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn about how to submit a successful proposal to present at an NSTA National Con...

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NSTA Joins Advocacy Efforts for FY 25 Federal Funding

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Web Seminar: NSTA Teacher Awards – Shining the Spotlight on New Teachers and Veteran Teachers, October 24, 2024

Join us on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about all NSTA Teacher Awards available and how to apply.Did you come up w...

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Web Seminar: Nominations – Leadership Opportunities for Members, September 19, 2024

Join us on Thursday, September 19, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about NSTA election process for new and interested members of the Board ...

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Appreciating the Efforts of All Teachers, In School and After School

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

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