The Science of Spring: More Than Cute Crafts
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This episode discusses how to incorporate meaningful science activities in preschool classrooms during spring.
What does science look like in a preschool classroom? It’s not worksheets. It’s a child running across the grass with a kite they built themselves! They built it, tested it and discovered that it works! In this episode, we’re talking about how to move beyond “cute” spring activities and into meaningful science that actually builds cognitive skills. Topics Discussed: What real science looks like in preschool Why spring is the perfect time for science Centers vs. STEM Challenges The thinking skills hiding in spring science How to make spring science simple Related Resources: Science Centers + STEM Challenges Bundle Connect with Ashley Follow on Instagram @lovelycommotion Join the Lovely Preschool Teachers Facebook Group More About the Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast Are you a busy preschool teacher who loves gaining new ideas, perspectives, and inspiration for your classroom? The Lovely Preschool Teachers Podcast is here to help you up your confidence in educating early learners in a quick, actionable way! As an early educator who is still in the classroom, Ashley Rives will share the ins and outs of how she runs her classroom in a play-based, child-centered way. Each week…
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