How does a child try to make sense of the world?
When children use their senses during food experiences in our classrooms, we have a wonderful opportunity for them to learn about food and life.
The early childhood educator is in a unique position to foster and facilitate scientific discovery through questioning strategies and through preparing the environment.
During 2001 I undertook a small-scale research project with two early childhood centers in New Zealand.
Kids are scientists. They observe the world around them, question it, and explore until they find answers.
Nature—it’s all around us. Kids love it, and it sparks their curiosity.
Many staff members have a fear of teaching science.
Parents, without realizing it, you are teaching science many times a day.