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3 Nature-Themed Activities to Enrich Your Preschool Math and…
3 Nature-Themed Activities to Enrich Your Preschool Math and…
House books Simple STEAM: 50+ Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math Activities for Ages 3 to 6, Loose Parts … This activity was inspired by the book Simple STEAM: 50+ Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math Activities for Ages …
Eight Ways to Use Magna-Tiles in the Classroom | Kaplan Early…
Eight Ways to Use Magna-Tiles in the Classroom | Kaplan Early…
Children can start learning about magnetic principles, gravity, and other science concepts as soon as the tiles come out of the box. Build 3-D Structures Children will also learn basic engineering skills as they use Magna-Tiles® to build a variety …
Fostering Creativity and Innovation in the Classroom | Kaplan…
Fostering Creativity and Innovation in the Classroom | Kaplan…
This is a wonderful activity to help children learn the importance of reusing and repurposing items to protect and preserve our planet. Assign projects and tasks that incorporate building and engineering. Ask children to use their design skills to …
Pumpkin Catapult | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Pumpkin Catapult | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Why Is STEAM Important? Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math learning, or STEAM, incorporates creativity and … how far their pumpkins will be flung, technology and engineering to build their catapults, art to think creatively and …
Bee Pollination STEAM Activity | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Bee Pollination STEAM Activity | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math Activities for Ages 3 to 6 as well as the pre-K curriculum Connect4Learning®. … and Simple Steam: 50+ Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math Activities for Ages 3 to 6. If you enjoyed …
Using Gardening to Promote STEM | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Using Gardening to Promote STEM | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Garden tools and other basic items are great conversation starters for how technology is used in gardens. Engineering: Building and planting a garden is great engineering and design practice. This is why it's important for you to involve kids as …
Setting Up Preschool Learning Centers | Kaplan Early Learning…
Setting Up Preschool Learning Centers | Kaplan Early Learning…
Block play enables children to explore their creative side by building unique structures and communities with blocks, block people, and block animals. A block learning center will also teach children about basic engineering and architecture concepts. …
DIY Nature Wings | Kaplan Early Learning Company
DIY Nature Wings | Kaplan Early Learning Company
As they "fly" around with their insect wings, encourage them to observe how the insects around them fly. How are their wings different from a bird's wings? Incorporate early engineering experiences as children use double-sided tape and figure out how …
Adding Rigor to Gardening Projects | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Adding Rigor to Gardening Projects | Kaplan Early Learning Company
Asking students to use common household items to create solutions for plant supports, pest prevention, watering systems, and other gardening problems gives them opportunities to practice engineering and design skills. Ask students to make a plan for …
10 Must-Have Toys for Children 5 Years and Older
10 Must-Have Toys for Children 5 Years and Older
Need holiday gift inspiration for a budding engineer? The STEM Explorersâ„¢ Machine Makers combines real-world physics and engineering into one engaging toy. This set includes 50 pieces and 10 activity cards packed with challenges for children to …
Incorporating Holidays into Your Lesson Plans | Kaplan Early…
Incorporating Holidays into Your Lesson Plans | Kaplan Early…
Work on identifying ways you can turn low-level play into high-level play. For example, instead of having children draw a gingerbread house during the holiday season, help them learn basic engineering concepts by having them build mini gingerbread …
Nevada Pre-K Resources | Kaplan Early Learning Company
… Letting children play with horseshoe magnets and paperclips is a great activity, but have you ever thought of using magnet play to support STEM in the classroom? Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics have become a major focus in education …
Arizona Pre-K Resources | Kaplan Early Learning Company
… it can also be used in both preschool and elementary classrooms to promote STEM. A major benefit of using block play to promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics is the versatile learning opportunities block play presents. Read more. …
Things to Consider When Buying a Classroom Carpet
Things to Consider When Buying a Classroom Carpet
… STEM themed rugs and mats help reinforce scientific explorations. A rug depicting a city scape would be great in the block center or engineering area. Our product designers think of carpets as the foundational canvas upon which the color of playtime …
Finding Inspiration for Classroom Spaces | Kaplan Early Learning…
Finding Inspiration for Classroom Spaces | Kaplan Early Learning…
… Incorporating architecture in your classroom design can also help children learn about engineering and the history of famous landmarks and structures. Be sure to read Inspiring Spaces for Young Children and our other Insights and Inspirations …
Top 5 Educational Gifts for 2-Year-Olds
Top 5 Educational Gifts for 2-Year-Olds
… Top educational gift for 2-year-olds #4 - STEM toys STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. STEM is an … that combines tactile exploration, magnetic play, and an introduction to the basic principles of engineering and geometry. …
Elevate Your Classroom Lessons With the Little Learner Tablet
Elevate Your Classroom Lessons With the Little Learner Tablet
… What digital learning experiences will the Little Learner Tablet - Powered by Samsung Knox facilitate in the classroom? The Little Learner Tablet - Powered by Samsung Knox covers a wide range of literacy, mathematics, science, engineering, and …
Rugs alive(tm): A Classroom Rug With the Power of 3D Augmented…
Rugs alive: A Classroom Rug With the Power of 3D Augmented…
… as: The letters of the alphabet and letter sounds Animals and their habitats Early coding and engineering principles Counting and data collection Exploration and research What classroom activities incorporate Rugs alive and the Rugs alive mobile app? …
Toys That Teach: 13 Educational Gift Ideas for Children in Grades…
Toys That Teach: 13 Educational Gift Ideas for Children in Grades…
… STEM Gifts for Children in Grades K-2 A young boy looks through the lens of the GeoSafari Jr. Talking Microscope. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. These subjects play an integral role in early elementary education. Children …
The Complete Guide to the Connect4Learning® Pre-K Curriculum
The Complete Guide to the Connect4Learning® Pre-K Curriculum
… Many pre-K settings that serve children of low socioeconomic status or children of color have fewer opportunities for children to develop math skills or gain exposure to concepts like science and engineering. Sometimes, these pre-K settings have …
Kaplan Happenings at NAEYC's 2018 Annual Conference | Kaplan…
Kaplan Happenings at NAEYC's 2018 Annual Conference | Kaplan…
… Title: Loving—and learning—science with young children: Expanding themes into science inquiry by bringing in the practices of science and engineering Presenter(s): Peggy Ashbrook Topic Track: Science Date: Thursday, November 15 Time: 1:00 …
Valuing Connectedness: Implementing Supportive Strategies for…
Valuing Connectedness: Implementing Supportive Strategies for…
Valuing Connectedness: Implementing Supportive Strategies for Educators and Families During COVID-19 Valuing Connectedness: Implementing Supportive Strategies for Educators and Families During COVID-19 In this blog, Dr. Angela Eckhoff offers guidance …
How Much Does It Cost to Fully Furnish a Toddler Classroom?
How Much Does It Cost to Fully Furnish a Toddler Classroom?
… To give your classroom of 12 toddlers a good starter art supply, you will need to budget $600 to $800 STEM Learning Center STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math—might sound advanced for 12–24-month-olds, but toddlers are …
#SayHerName: Supporting the Social-Emotional Health of Black…
#SayHerName: Supporting the Social-Emotional Health of Black…
… Iruka has served or serves on numerous national boards and committees, including the Brady Education Foundation and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine committees on Supporting Parents of Young Children and Applying …