$stem in preschool$

#STEM IN PRESCHOOL HOW TO#

Technology in the reference to STEM actually refers to the use of “tools” not just electronics.Īs adults, we may picture computers, tablets and the latest gadget when we hear the word “technology” but in reference to STEM when we mention “technology” we are talking about tools.Ī tool is something that a person engineered or designed to make a job easier.

Drop different size objects into a bucket of water.

Paint on the pavement with a bucket of water and a brush.

Go outside! Let your child explore and describe what the see, feel, hear.

Invite children to use their 5 senses to describe what they see and observe. Sensory activities are important to include because toddlers use their senses to try and understand the world around them (like our example of a toddler eating a crumb off the floor).

Connect current experiences to your child’s previous experiences.Īt the toddler age, you want to start cultivating a love for science by encouraging children to be curious and ask questions.Build your relationship by exploring with your child. Join in the exploration with the children.What you can do to facilitate STEM learning: Create natural learning experiences that led to discovery and inquiry.Create a safe environment for children to explore using their senses.

There are two goals when planning STEAM activities for Toddlers: Your job as the educator or parent is to provide materials, experiences, and opportunities for children to explore, discover and be curious.

#STEM IN PRESCHOOL HOW TO#

My advice is quite simple in how to incorporate STEM activities for toddlers (or STEAM as we like to say)… Children naturally are inclined to STEM activities as they are naturally curious….especially toddlers! Have you seen a toddler conduct their own science experiment?įor clarification, we are referring to ages 1-3 when saying “toddler”.

Stem in preschool