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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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, November 19, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, November 5, 2024

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Web Seminar: WI25: Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, February 24, 2025

Elementary Pre-service Teachers! Join us on Monday, February 24, 2025, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the eleme...

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NSTA/ASTE Archive: Engaging Early Learners: A Look into High Quality Education in Early Childhood, November 20, 2024

In this web seminar, a panel of early childhood science teacher educators/researchers will define high quality early childhood science education, elic...

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Phenomena-driven Science Instruction

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Phenomena Interest Comes Naturally to Young Children

A child’s world is one filled with observable daily events or facts referred to as phenomenon that exist or happen, especially those that invoke a c...

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Archive: Strategies on Applying for a Science Teaching Position, November 21, 2024

Preservice educators and those wanting to transition into education from a different career have tools and experiences that are directly applicable to...

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, August 20, 2024

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Archive: FA24: Catching Up & Charging Ahead: Safely Using Li-Ion Batteries in Our School Classrooms/Laboratories, October 28, 2024

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have an increased presence in our school classrooms and laboratory instructional spaces, including cell phones, tablets...

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Freebies for Science and STEM Teachers, July 2, 2024

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

The Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Competition recognizes exceptional and innovative science educators for their exemplary approaches to science...

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

Shell Science Teaching Award: This award recognizes one outstanding classroom science teacher (K–12) who has had a positive impact on his o...

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